Apply a Material by Element Parameter

You can select a model element in a view, and use element properties to apply a material.

1. In a project, open a view that displays the model element to which you want to apply a material.
2. Select the model element.
3. On the Properties palette, locate the material parameter, as follows:
   • If the material is an instance parameter: Under Materials and Finishes, locate the material parameter to change. Click in the Value column for the parameter.
   • If the material is a type parameter: Click Edit Type. In the Type Properties dialog, under Materials and Finishes, locate the material parameter to change. Click in the Value column for the parameter.
   • If the material is a physical parameter: (for example, if the element is wall) Click Edit Type. In the Type Properties dialog, for Structure, click Edit. In the Edit Assembly dialog, click in the Material column for the layer whose material you want to change.
4. Click .
5. In the Material Browser, select a material, and click Apply.
6. Click OK.