Set Up Linear Nest Data Export

Before you can export fabrication linear nest data from Revit, you must set up linear nest data.

Select fabrication parts in the drawing area and use a wizard to select from a list of predefined fields. Detailed linear nest information can be generated and exported to CSV files. These files can be easily imported into other external database or spreadsheet programs.

1. Click Modify | MEP Fabrication Ductwork tabOutput panelFabrication Exports and click Set Up Linear Nest Data Export.
2. In the Export Data Wizard (Linear Nest Information) dialog, to Create a New Export format, click Next.

   Alternatively, you can specify an existing format that you previously saved.

3. In the left column, select the linear nest data fields you want to export and click the right arrow to move them to the column on the right.
4. Highlight a field on the right and click the up and down arrows to reorder the data fields.
5. Click Next.
6. Specify the criteria that the data must meet in order to be exported.
7. Click Next.
8. Specify whether you want to save this format for future use.
9. Click Next.
10. Specify a filename and format for the output.

    The following format options are available:

    Output Filename

    • Specify Filename: Enter the name for the export file.
    • Use Drawing Name + Extension: Uses the current drawing name for the export file.

    Output File Format

    • Comma Delimited Text (*.TXT): Can be opened by most spreadsheet/database applications. See Text Delimiter Character options.

    Text Delimiter Character

    • Comma(,)
    • Semi-Colon (;)
    • Space
    • Tab
11. Click Finish to export the linear nest data.