Exporting selected objects to DWG

[mhillis]

Utilizing the API what is the most simple, direct method of exporting selected objects in a given Revit project to a DWG?

Based on the only constructor I see, Document.Export(folder, name, views, DwgExportOptions), I would build a view, isolate my objects in that view, and then just pass that view into the constructor.

By any chance, is there something a bit more direct such as passing in the objects directly for export?

[jeremytammik]

Dear Mhillis,

Thank you for your query.

Yes, that is the way to go; set up a view and isolate the required elements in it.

That is about as direct as it gets.

The Building Coder presents several samples showing how this can be easily implemented:

• Export Solid to ACIS -- http://thebuildingcoder.typepad.com/blog/2011/12/export-solid-to-acis.html
• Export Walls and Floors to SAT -- http://thebuildingcoder.typepad.com/blog/2012/01/export-walls-and-floors-to-sat.html
• Export Wall Parts Individually to DXF -- http://thebuildingcoder.typepad.com/blog/2013/03/export-wall-parts-individually-to-dxf.html
• Exporting Image and Setting a Default 3D View Orientation -- http://thebuildingcoder.typepad.com/blog/2013/08/setting-a-default-3d-view-orientation.html

I hope this helps.

Best regards,

Jeremy