Preview Family Types

Preview adjusted parameters and changed values for a family type.

The Type Properties dialog features a preview window that shows an image of the family type.

To preview a family type

1. In the drawing area, select an element belonging to the desired type.
2. On the Properties palette, click (Edit Type).

   The Type Properties dialog displays.

3. To see (or hide) a preview of the family type, click the Preview button at the bottom of the dialog.

   As you change type parameters, the preview image updates to reflect the changes.

4. To control the appearance of the preview image, do any of the following:
   • For View, select a view name to see how this type of element will appear in a different view.
   • Use the scroll bars to move the image up, down, left, or right in the preview window.
   • Use the SteeringWheels navigation tool. If you are previewing a 3D view of the element, you can also use the ViewCube.
   • Use the Visual Styles control to set the visual style of the preview.

The following is an example of a Type Properties dialog for a door type, with the Preview pane displayed.