@autocad @Civil3dpro04 @AUTOCADSource @Autodesk @autocadconcept @CIVIL3D <br />https://dai.ly/x9dob6c<br />https://dai.ly/x9dob38<br />https://dai.ly/x9dgqem<br />https://dai.ly/x9d58e0<br />https://dai.ly/x9d2fm6<br />https://dai.ly/x9dob6c<br />Sketching in Revit – Essential Skill for Modeling<br />Sketching in Autodesk Revit is used to define custom shapes, boundaries, and profiles for elements like floors, roofs, ceilings, walls, and stairs. Understanding sketching tools is essential for creating accurate and flexible designs.<br /><br />1. Understanding Sketch-Based Elements in Revit<br />Certain elements in Revit require sketching, such as:<br />✅ Floors, Roofs, and Ceilings – Defined by sketching boundaries.<br />✅ Stairs and Ramps – Custom paths and landings are drawn using sketches.<br />✅ Slabs and Openings – Require sketched profiles.<br />✅ Extrusions and Sweeps – Used in families and massing.<br /><br />📌 Tip: Sketches must form a closed loop for most elements (e.g., floors).<br /><br />2. How to Sketch in Revit<br />A) Entering Sketch Mode<br />Select a tool that requires a sketch (e.g., Floor, Roof, Ceiling, etc.).<br />Revit switches to Sketch Mode (highlighted by a pink boundary).<br />Use sketching tools from the Draw Panel.<br />B) Using Sketching Tools<br />Tool Function<br />Line Draws straight lines manually.<br />Rectangle Creates rectangular boundaries.<br />Circle & Arc Draws curved shapes.<br />Pick Lines Converts existing model edges into sketch lines.<br />Fillet & Trim Adjusts corners and intersections.<br />📌 Tip: Use Pick Lines to quickly match existing geometry.<br /><br />3. Editing & Finalizing Sketches<br />✅ Use Trim/Extend (TR) to clean up intersections.<br />✅ Ensure the sketch forms a closed loop (no gaps).<br />✅ Click Finish (✔) to complete the sketch.<br /><br />🚨 Common Errors:<br />❌ Open Loop Warning – Ensure all sketch lines connect properly.<br />❌ Overlapping Lines – Remove duplicate lines for a clean sketch.<br /><br />4. Modifying Sketches After Creation<br />Select the element (e.g., a floor).<br />Click Edit Boundary (appears in the ribbon).<br />Modify the sketch using drawing tools.<br />Click Finish to save changes.<br />📌 Tip: Use Offset Tool to quickly adjust sketch line distances.<br /><br />🚀 Quick Summary:<br />🔹 Enter Sketch Mode when creating custom shapes.<br />🔹 Use sketching tools like Line, Rectangle, and Pick Lines.<br />🔹 Ensure a closed loop to avoid errors.<br />🔹 Modify sketches anytime using Edit Boundary.<br /><br />Would you like a detailed example of a specific sketch-based element
