Automating Tasks with Macros

Automate repetitive tasks with macros.

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About Macros
Macros are programs that are designed to help you save time by automating repetitive tasks.
Upgrade Revit Macros
If you are upgrading Macros, some file management may be required to update and operate macros correctly in Revit.
Revit Macros Tools
You can use the Revit macros features in all Revit products.
About Macro Manager and the Revit Macro IDE
Use the Macro Manager to manage and run your macros.
About Macro Security
When working with macros, it is important to be wary of the risks involved with their vulnerabilities. Only run known macros from trustworthy sources.
About the Revit SDK
The Revit Software Development Kit (SDK) contains useful resources to help you understand the Revit API and to create macros.
Use the Revit Macro Samples from SDK
You can learn various API techniques by using the Revit macro samples provided with the SDK.
Revit API Differences Reference
This reference summarizes the differences between the standard Revit API and the Revit Macro API.
Integrate Macros into the Revit IDE
Follow these steps to integrate a macro into a Revit macro project.
Restore RevitAPI.dll and RevitAPIUI.dll
RevitAPI.dll and RevitAPIUI.dll are required references for the interaction between the Macro Manager and the Revit macro IDE. If they are inadvertently removed from a module, use this procedure to restore them.
Migrate SDK Samples to the Revit Macro IDE
If you want to use the SDK sample code for macros, modifications are needed.
FAQ: Revit Macros
This section answers frequently asked questions about Revit macros.
Related Information about Revit Macros
To learn more, refer to these additional resources.