Graphics Programs Reference
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that is hosted by a floor in a project may not appear correctly in a
plan view.
Use annotations to represent devices
Because of their size and
simple shapes, device families are not typically shown on construction
documents. Instead, a symbol is used to represent the device.
Annotation families can be nested into device families for display in
project views.
Master It
The orientation of an annotation family nested into a
device family is important for proper display in project views. What
is the device family parameter that allows for the display of the
annotation in plan and section views? What hosting options in a
project allow this parameter to work?
Add parameters and connectors
The connectors used in device
families provide the engineering characteristics of the device so that it
can be incorporated into systems within a project.
Master It
You cannot edit the parameters of a connector while
working in a project file. Describe how you can change the
properties of a connector without having to edit the device family.
