Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
creates is saved in the same location as your project file. The link to the IFC
file can be managed via the Manage Links dialog box, as shown in
Figure
4.39
.
Figure 4.39
IFC file in the Manage Links dialog box
The file will be a part of the workset that is currently active when the file is
linked in, and the visibility of the linked file can be managed the same way
as any other linked Revit file.
When the IFC file is updated, the Revit file created by clicking the Link IFC
button is updated; however, you need to use the Reload From option on
the IFC tab of the Manage Links dialog box to update the link within your
project. You cannot simply reload the linked Revit file.
Using Image Files in a Revit Project
Image files may be necessary for your Revit project to convey design
information. They can also be used for presentation documents to add a
more realistic look to the model and for logos on sheet borders. Sometimes,
renovation projects require information from older documents that are not
in Revit or a CAD format. You can save the time required to re-create this
information by inserting scanned images of the documents. As with linking
CAD files, be careful not to use too many images in your project for the sake
of model performance.
You can insert an image file directly into any type of view except for 3D
views (unless you are placing a decal). Click the Image button on the Insert
tab, and browse to the location of the image. Images are imported into your
project, not linked, and they will travel within the file when shared.
Figure
4.40
shows placing an image into a sheet border. An outline of the image
appears at your cursor for placement.
