Understanding Design Options in Revit
Design options are a powerful feature in Revit that allows users to explore different design alternatives without disrupting the main model. Managing these options efficiently is crucial, especially when it comes to removing items that are no longer needed.
Steps to Remove an Object from a Design Option
If you find an object within your design option that needs to be removed, follow these detailed steps:
Access the Design Options Panel: Navigate to the Manage tab on the Ribbon and locate the Design Options panel. Click on it to open the design options dialog.
Finish Your Current Edit Session: If you are in the middle of editing a specific design option, it’s necessary to complete this editing session first. Click on Finish Editing to return to the main interface.
Select the Design Option: Within the dialog box that appears, identify the design option that contains the object you wish to remove. Highlight this option by selecting it.
- Delete the Selected Option: Once you have chosen the relevant design option, find and click on the Delete button located under the option details. This will remove the entire design option along with its associated elements from your project.
Removing Specific Items from a Design Option
If your goal is to remove individual items rather than the entire design option, you can follow these steps:
Select the Main Model: Click on the Manage tab again, and ensure you’re viewing the Main Model.
Use ‘Pick to Edit’ Tool: In the Design Options section, utilize the Pick to Edit button. This functionality allows you to directly select elements from your design option.
- Cut the Desired Elements: Once you’ve selected the object or items you wish to remove, navigate to the Modify tab and find the Cut option in the Clipboard section. Click on it to remove the selected objects from the design option while storing them in the clipboard for potential reuse.
Finalizing Changes
After removing the objects or the design option itself, it’s prudent to double-check that your model reflects these changes accurately. Review your project views to ensure that the unwanted elements are no longer present.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of elements can I include in a design option?
Design options can include most elements used in modeling, but certain view-specific elements like annotations and tags cannot be included.
Is it possible to recover a deleted design option?
Once a design option is deleted in Revit, recovering it directly is not possible. However, if you have previously saved versions or backups of your project, you may be able to revert to an earlier state.
What happens if I edit a design option while in the main model view?
Editing elements from a design option while viewing the main model can be restricted depending on whether the "Exclude Options" feature is enabled. If it’s checked, you cannot edit them without activating the specific design option first.
