Workflow: Collaborating in 2D

You can incorporate existing CAD files into a Revit model.

Use CAD files for reference, 2D drafting views, or to help generate 3D geometry in Revit. Export to CAD formats for archiving or collaboration with team members working with 2D applications.

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Import CAD

Learn about importing 2D CAD files as reference or as documentation in the Revit model. Importing CAD Files	Use 2D CAD files in drafting views for documentation purposes. You can link callouts in the Revit model to the drafting views. Import a Drafting View From Another CAD Program	Control the way CAD files are imported into Revit. Import and Link Options	Bring CAD files into the Revit model. Import a CAD File

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Use CAD Files

Manage coordinate systems between Revit files and 2D files so their geometry aligns properly. About Shared Coordinates	Use coordinates from a CAD file for positioning in the Revit model. Acquire Coordinates	Send coordinates of the Revit model to a 2D CAD file for positioning exports. Publish Coordinates	Hide layers in a linked or imported 2D file. Hide Layers in CAD Files
Control how linked or imported 2D geometry appears in a Revit view. Make View-Specific Changes to the Graphic Display of Layers

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Export CAD

Revit supports several CAD formats. Choose the export format needed for your workflow. Exporting to CAD Formats	Control which elements are exported to the 2D file to improve performance and reduce file size. About Limiting Model Geometry Before Exporting	Control the layers and properties used for 2D exported files. Layer Mapping for DWG/DXF Export	Export views of the model to 2D files. Export to DWG or DXF