Assign a Global Parameter

You can assign global parameters to element properties, such as family parameters, as well as to instance and type project parameters.

Note: To better control the behavior of families that use system parameters, such as walls, doors, windows, columns, and electrical fixtures, a selection of system parameters are available to associate with global parameters. In the case of window and door families for example, the Sill Height and Head Height parameters are related; therefore only one of these parameters can be associated with a global parameter at a time.

1. Select the element and locate the instance or type parameter.
2. Click the button to the right of the parameter and its value.
   

   The Associate Global Parameter dialog opens.

   Non-reporting global parameters that match both discipline and parameter type are available for selection.

3. (Optional) Click (New Global Parameter) to create a compatible global parameter.
4. Select a global parameter from the list to assign to the parameter.
5. Click OK.
Note: If you need to modify the value of a newly-created global parameter, click Manage tab Settings panel (Global Parameters).