Understanding Parking Tagging in Revit
To effectively tag parking in Revit, it’s crucial to integrate tags with your parking components systematically. This allows for clear identification of individual parking spaces. Below is a detailed step-by-step guide on how to tag parking spaces in Revit.
Step 1: Prepare Your Parking Model
Before tagging, ensure you have placed your parking components within your project. To do this, follow these initial steps:
- Open the View: Start by navigating to the view where your parking area is displayed. This could be a floor plan, site plan, or any detailing view that includes your parking elements.
- Add Parking Components: Use the “Massing & Site” tab to access the parking component tool and place your desired parking symbols or components within the defined site area.
Step 2: Tagging the Parking Spaces
Once your parking layout is established, you can proceed to tag each space.
Select the Tag Tool: Go to the "Annotate" tab on the Revit ribbon. Here, locate the “Tag” option. Under the drop-down, select “Tag by Category” or a specific parking space tag if one is available.
Configure Tag Settings: Before tagging, access the tag family properties to ensure necessary parameters like parking space number, dimensions, or any other pertinent details are included in the tag. Adjust the settings accordingly to match your project standards.
- Tagging: Once settings are configured, click on each parking space or component individually, or if Revit allows, click and drag to tag multiple spaces simultaneously. Position the tag so that it is clear and does not overlap with other annotations or elements.
Step 3: Modifying Tags as Required
After placing the tags, you might need to modify them for clarity or to enhance visual aesthetics.
Edit Tag Location: If a tag overlaps with another element or is not clearly readable, simply select the tag and move it as needed.
- Change Tag Appearance: For uniformity, select a tag and change its graphical representation or text style through the “Properties” panel to maintain consistency in your drawings.
Step 4: Review and Finalize Your Drawing
Confirm all tags are correctly placed and formatted.
Check Visibility Settings: Use the Visibility/Graphics menu (shortcut "VV") to ensure that the tags are visible and displaying as intended throughout your project.
- Finalize adjustments: Once satisfied, conduct a final review of the entire layout, ensuring all spaces are correctly tagged and no discrepancies exist.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I create custom tags for parking spaces in Revit?
Yes, you can create custom tags by modifying an existing tag family or creating a new one that fits your project’s requirements. Make sure to include relevant parameters for better identification.
2. How can I ensure tags automatically update if parking spaces change?
To ensure tags update automatically, utilize Revit’s built-in tagging capabilities that link the tag to the parameters of the parking components. If you move or renumber spaces, the tag should reflect these changes automatically.
3. Is there a way to batch tag multiple parking spaces at once?
Revit may allow selective tagging for multiple components if they are grouped appropriately. To do this, use the "Tag Multiple" tool found in the Annotate tab or create a view that isolates all parking bays for easier tagging.
