To create a 3D view in Revit using the camera tool, you will place a camera and target point in a 2D view like a plan, section, or elevation. This process is detailed in the provided reference and allows you to define a specific vantage point and direction for your view of the model.
Detailed Steps for Creating a Camera View
Begin by opening a plan, section, or elevation view where you can place the camera and its target.
Next, access the Camera tool. According to the reference, there are two ways to initiate this command:
- Go to the View tab, navigate to the Create panel, click the 3D View drop-down, and select Camera.
- Alternatively, go to the Manage tab, navigate to the Views panel, and click Camera.
Once the Camera tool is active, follow these steps:
- Adjust Perspective Setting: On the Options Bar that appears, you will see a Perspective option. Based on the reference, you can clear this option if you intend to create an orthographic 3D view instead of a perspective one. Leave it checked for a standard perspective view.
- Place the Camera: In your open 2D view (plan, section, or elevation), click once in the drawing area. This first click sets the position of the camera, determining where you are looking from.
- Place the Target: Click again in the drawing area. This second click sets the target point, determining what the camera is looking at. A line will extend from your first click (camera) to your second click (target) as you move the cursor for the second point.
After the second click, Revit automatically creates and opens the new 3D view. This view will be listed under 3D Views in the Project Browser and typically named sequentially (e.g., "3D View 1"). You can then adjust the view's crop region and visibility settings as needed.
This method offers precise control over the viewpoint for creating custom 3D perspectives or orthographic views of your Revit model.
