You can open a Revit file in SketchUp by exporting it as an IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) file from Revit and then importing the IFC file into SketchUp.
Here's a step-by-step process:
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Export from Revit to IFC:
- Within your open Revit project, navigate to File > Export > IFC.
- Configure the IFC export settings as needed. Consider the IFC version and any specific data you want to include. Different versions of IFC may work better depending on your SketchUp version.
- Choose a location to save the exported
.ifcfile. - Click Export to create the IFC file.
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Import into SketchUp:
- Open SketchUp.
- Go to File > Import.
- In the "Files of type" dropdown, select "IFC Files (*.ifc)".
- Browse to the location where you saved the exported
.ifcfile. - Select the
.ifcfile and click Import.
Important Considerations:
- File Size and Complexity: Complex Revit models can create large IFC files, which may impact SketchUp's performance. Consider simplifying your Revit model before exporting if you encounter performance issues in SketchUp.
- Component Organization: Revit families are imported as components in SketchUp. They are initially assigned to the "Untagged" tag. The SketchUp Outliner will display the component hierarchy.
- Material Representation: Materials may not translate perfectly between Revit and SketchUp. You might need to adjust materials in SketchUp after importing.
- IFC Versions: Experiment with different IFC export versions in Revit if you encounter issues with the import process in SketchUp. Some versions may be better suited for certain types of geometry or data.
- SketchUp Pro is Recommended: While SketchUp Make (the free version) can import some IFC files, SketchUp Pro offers better support and performance, especially for larger and more complex models.
