Understanding Viewports in Revit
A viewport in Revit serves as a frame through which users can observe various views within their project, such as floor plans, elevations, sections, or 3D representations. These viewports are essential for managing the presentation of different areas of a project on sheets, ensuring that key details can be highlighted effectively.
Steps to Adjust a Viewport Size
Adjusting the size of a viewport in Revit involves a few straightforward steps. This process allows for better control over how your views are displayed on different sheets.
Open the Desired Sheet: Start by accessing the sheet where the viewport resides. Make sure it’s the active tab in Revit.
Select the Viewport: Click on the viewport that you wish to resize. A selection box should appear around it, indicating that it is activated.
Use the Size Crop Tool: Locate the “Size Crop” tool, which is usually found on the Modify tab. This tool allows you to resize the viewport while maintaining the aspect ratio.
Adjust Dimensions: You can manually drag the edges or corners of the crop region to resize it as needed. Alternatively, input specific height and width dimensions in the options bar, ensuring to keep the proportions locked if necessary.
- Finish Resizing: Once the viewport is adjusted to your liking, click outside the viewport or select another tool to finalize the changes.
Scaling the View in Revit
Scaling the view within a viewport adjusts how the content is visually represented when printed or displayed.
Select the View: From within the viewport you wish to modify, select the view title or right-click on the view.
Find the Scale Option: Navigate to the View Control Bar located at the bottom of the window. Here, you will find the scale setting for the current view.
Choose the Scale: Click on the scale drop-down menu. Select the appropriate scale from the list or enter a custom scale value to tailor it to your needs.
- Apply Changes: Confirm your selection, and the view will automatically update to reflect the new scale adjustment.
Changing Viewport Boundaries
To modify the boundaries of an existing viewport, follow these steps:
Access the Layout Tab: Switch to the layout that contains the viewport boundary you wish to change.
Activate the Layout Viewports Panel: Click on the "Layout" tab at the top of the interface, then find the “Layout Viewports” panel.
Select the Clip Tool: Click on the “Clip” option, which allows you to alter the viewport boundaries.
Define the New Boundary: Choose either an existing object as a new boundary or manually input points to establish a fresh boundary shape.
- Finalize the Change: Click "OK" to confirm the new settings, and the viewport will update accordingly.
Hiding Viewport Borders
If you prefer to have a clean look without visible viewport borders, follow these instructions:
Navigate to the Appropriate Layout: Go to the layout containing the viewport border you want to hide.
Utilize the Object Properties Toolbar: Access the layers toolbar from your interface to control the visual settings of the viewport.
Create a New Layer: In the dialog box that appears, select the option to create a new layer. Assign a suitable name to it for easy identification.
Freeze the Layer: Locate the “Freeze Layer” icon and click on it to conceal the layer. This action will effectively hide the viewport border during plotting.
- Confirm the New Settings: Close the dialog box to complete the changes, and your viewport border will no longer be visible.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I reset a viewport to its original size?
To reset a viewport, access the Size Crop tool again and either manually adjust the edges to their default positions or remove any crop region altogether. This will revert the viewport to its original dimensions.
2. Can I create multiple viewports on a single sheet?
Yes, you can create multiple viewports on a sheet by selecting various views and dragging them onto the sheet as needed. Each viewport can be individually adjusted in size and scale.
3. What should I do if my viewport scale settings are locked?
If the scale settings appear locked, check if a view template is applied to the view. You may need to remove the view template or modify its settings to unlock the scale option for individual adjustment.
