You asked: How do I make models faster in Revit?

Why is my Revit model so slow?

If the slowness appeared recently, check the “Programs and Features List” for recently installed Windows updates and perform rollbacks if needed. Alternatively, if Windows has not been updated recently, verify that the machine is running the most up-to-date build of Windows.

How do I optimize Revit files?

Minimize unnecessary geometry, views, and elements when designing your model. Use linked or imported files sparingly when you design your model. Configure project views to optimize revit performance. Use worksets to work on smaller sections of the project model.

How do you draw faster in Revit?

Here are four ways to get more efficient at Revit today: Use keyboard shortcuts. Master left and right crossing selections and pair this with the Filter Selection tool. Use Paste Aligned to Current View to quickly duplicate drafting items and annotations.

How much RAM do I need for Revit?

As a general rule, Revit requires 20 times the RAM of the loaded Revit (RVT) project file. So a 200MB RVT file requires approximately 4GB1 of RAM to open. Add to this the RAM needed to run the operating system and to keep other applications like a web browser open.

What does compacting a Revit model do?

Compact Central Model



The process of compacting rewrites the entire file and removes obsolete parts in order to save space.

How do you purge and Audit in Revit?

Open the file with Audit selected (If the file is workshared, Select Audit and Detach from Central). Do this on a regular basis (weekly or bi-weekly). Purge unused. Do this as many times as necessary until Revit can no longer find elements to purge.

How do you Audit a model in Revit?

In Revit, click File tab Open (Project).

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Audit a Model

1. Navigate to the folder where the model resides, and select it. For a workshared model, navigate to and select the central model.
2. Select the Audit option.
3. Click OK.

How do you purge files in Revit?

RUN “PURGE”

1. Make sure “Confirm each item to be purged” and.
2. “Purge nested items” is checked.
3. Click Purge ALL.
4. Click it a second time to make sure it was able to purge all available items.
5. Resave the file.

How do you become an expert in Revit?

How to become an expert in Revit Architecture?

1. A professional degree in architecture.
2. Have experience working in a collaborative environment to develop project documentation.
3. Demonstrate effective problem solving and communication skills.
4. Strong design and 3D modeling skills.