Appendix

The Bottom Line

Chapter 1: Exploring the User Interface

Navigate the ribbon interface. The ribbon is an efficient user interface style that works well in Revit. The ability to house numerous tools in a single area of the interface allows for maximum screen real estate for the drawing area.

Master It Along with the standard tabs available on the ribbon interface, contextual tabs also are available while you’re working on a project. Explain what a contextual tab is and how it may differ throughout your workflow.

Solution A contextual tab is an additional tab that appears when an object is selected. It is an extension of the Modify tab that contains tools specific to the editing of the selected object.

Utilize user interface features. ...

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