Importing CAD Files Using i-drop

Revit supports the Autodesk i-drop® drag-and-drop feature. When i-drop objects are pulled from an i-drop–enabled web page, Revit downloads the file and imports it as if it were pulled from a local file.

When you drag-and-drop a file, the file is imported with the default settings. If you want to use different settings (for example, Manual - Origin rather than Auto - Center to Center), import the file using the Import CAD tool. (See Importing or Linking CAD Files Using the Import CAD and....)

Tip: Make sure you import the geometric data needed for the Revit capability that you plan to use. For more information, see Suitability of Imported Geometry.

To import CAD files using i-drop

  1. From an i-drop–enabled web page, click the thumbnail image of the object.
  2. Drag the file from the web page into Revit.
  3. Release the object directly into the active view.
Parent topic: Importing or Linking CAD Formats