The Window Opening family often confuses users. Although it is stored in the
window directory in the library, its category is generic model so that it
will not appear in the window schedule. To place it, use the Component tool
not the Window tool.
"Brandon W." wrote in message
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> Don,
> One thing that you have to remember when importing Revit Family files is
that they can only be placed in the project through the correct component
option. For example, if you make a custom window and load it into your
project, you must click the window button in the Design Toolbar in order to
place it. If you make a custom desk, you can't expect to place it by
clicking on the Door button in the Design Toolbar. Generally speaking, most
of the custom modeling that you do can only be loaded in the Components
category.
>
> When you first start creating your family file, you have to select what
type of family you are creating, whether it be a door, window, generic
model, light fixture or furniture model. All generic models can be loaded
through the Components button in the Design toolbar. If the file you are
trying to load is a window opening, then once you load the family, click on
the Window button in the Design toolbar. Scroll down through the list of
loaded window families until you find it.
> Brandon
