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Select, modify, and replace elements. There are many fundamental interactions supported by Revit to select just what you need and to modify elements efficiently.

Master It How can you quickly select only the door tags in a plan view and switch them to another type?

Edit elements interactively. The editing tools in Revit are similar to those found in other CAD and BIM software programs. Tools such as Move, Copy, and Trim are available on the Modify tab of the ribbon.

Master It How do you create a parametric repetition of an element?

Use other editing tools. Beyond the basic editing tools are more advanced commands to help you consistently and intelligently populate a building model with content.

Master It How do you copy model elements in the same location for a multistory building?

Creating site context for your Revit project. The site tools in Revit allow you to create context for your building models, including topographic surfaces, graded regions, and property lines.

Master It Describe the different methods used to create a topographic surface.