Repeating Objects, Best Practices, and Quick Tips - Autodesk Revit Architecture 2015 Essentials - page 316

Chapter 14
repeating Objects,
Best practices, and
Quick tips
This chapter provides an overview of different methods for repeating
objects in the Autodesk ® Revit ® Architecture software. We will also discuss
tips, optimizations, and best practices to help keep your project files running
smoothly.
In this chapter, you'll learn to:
▶ Use repeating objects
▶ Optimize performance
▶ Utilize best practices
▶ Use quick tips and shortcuts
▶ Locate additional resources
repeating Objects
Revit Architecture offers several approaches to repeat geometry throughout
your project. Some are better suited for specific conditions depending on your
project, so we'll provide an overview for each, along with key takeaways.
Component Families As outlined in Chapters 5 and 6, component families
are best described as anything manufactured away from the job site and
used throughout your project files. Component families are the core type of
repeating object you will utilize. They can be constructed to be parametric
by containing multiple types of the same family; think of one door with 10
types to represent variations in standard sizes. Component families can also
be used with (and are a critical aspect of) groups, links, and assemblies.