Autodesk Revit Architecture 2014 Fundamentals - SDC Publications


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Introduction

In this chapter you learn how to use the basic drawing and editing tools that apply to almost all types of elements.

These tools also include alignment lines, temporary dimensions, snaps, and the Properties palette. You learn how to select elements for editing.

You also learn how to move, copy, rotate, mirror, and array elements.

This chapter contains the following topics:

  • General Drawing Tools
  • Editing Elements
  • Basic Modifying Tools

Learning Objectives Use contextual Ribbon tabs, the Options Bar and Properties as you draw and modify.

Draw elements using draw and pick tools. Use drawing aids including alignment lines, temporary dimensions and snaps.

When you start a drawing command, the contextual Ribbon, Options Bar, and Properties palette enable you to set up features for each element you are placing in the drawing.

As you are drawing, several features called drawing aids display, as shown in Figure 2–1. They help create designs quickly and accurately.  

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