About Monitoring Elements in a Linked Model

You can establish relationships between elements in a linked model and corresponding elements in the current model, and monitor changes to the elements in the linked model.

To do this, start the Copy/Monitor tool, choose Select Link, and then select Monitor. When an element in the linked model changes, a warning alerts you.

Example for architects and structural engineers: In an architectural model, use this method to monitor levels and grids in a linked structural model. When a level or grid line is moved in the structural model, a warning alerts architects.

Example for system engineers: In a mechanical model, use this method to monitor levels in a linked architectural model. When a level is moved in the architectural model, a warning alerts mechanical engineers.