How to Add Views to a Sheet Using the Project Browser in Revit?

Adding views to a sheet in Revit using the Project Browser is a fundamental step in creating professional construction documents. This process allows you to organize and present your design effectively.

There are two primary methods to place views from your Project Browser onto a sheet:

Method 1: Drag and Drop

The most intuitive and commonly used method for adding views to a sheet is by dragging them directly from the Project Browser.

Steps:

1. Open the Target Sheet: In the Project Browser, under the "Sheets (All)" section, double-click the name of the sheet you wish to add the view to. This will open the sheet in the drawing area.
2. Locate the Desired View: Navigate through the Project Browser to find the specific view you want to place. This could be a floor plan, ceiling plan, elevation, section, 3D view, or drafting view, typically found under their respective categories.
3. Drag the View: Click and hold the desired view's name in the Project Browser.
4. Place on Sheet: Drag your cursor over to the open sheet in the drawing area. You will see an outline of the view. Release the mouse button to place the view on the sheet.
5. Adjust Placement (Optional): After placing, you can click and drag the view to reposition it on the sheet.

Method 2: Right-Click Context Menu

Revit also provides a context menu option within the Project Browser for a more formal approach to adding views to sheets. This method is particularly useful when you want to select multiple views at once or if you prefer a dialog-based selection.

Steps:

1. Locate the Sheet in Project Browser: In the Project Browser, scroll down to the "Sheets (All)" category.
2. Access Context Menu: You can also right-click the sheet name, and click Add View on the context menu.
3. Select Views: In the "Views" dialog box that appears, you will see a list of all available views in your project. Select the view(s) you wish to add. You can hold Ctrl to select multiple views.
4. Add to Sheet: With your view(s) selected, click the Add View to Sheet button at the bottom of the dialog.
5. Place on Sheet: The selected view(s) will be placed onto the active sheet, ready for you to position them by clicking where you want them to appear.

Practical Tips for Placing Views on Sheets

• Viewports and Titles: Once a view is placed on a sheet, it becomes a "viewport." You can select the viewport on the sheet to adjust its position, crop region, and the view title. The view title automatically pulls information like the view name, scale, and detail number from the view's properties.
• Scale Management: Ensure the view's scale is appropriate for the sheet size. You can change a view's scale by selecting the view (viewport) on the sheet and modifying its properties, or by changing the scale directly in the view itself before placing it.
• Multiple Instances: Be aware that most 2D views (like floor plans, sections, and elevations) can only be placed on one sheet at a time. If you try to drag an already-placed view onto another sheet, Revit will notify you that it's already on a sheet. However, 3D views and drafting views can be placed on multiple sheets.
• Aligning Views: Use Revit's alignment tools or temporary guide lines to ensure views are perfectly aligned across multiple sheets, creating a consistent look for your documentation set.