Typical Detail Converter

Instruction Manual

1. Overview

The Detail Converter Tool converts CAD elements (layers, hatches, text) into Revit-native elements using Manual Mapping or Excel-based Automatic Mapping.

2. A. Manual Mapping Workflow

Used for full control over CAD layer to Revit line style mapping.

Steps:

• Select CAD Link – choose CAD file from the model
• Enable Convert Hatch and/or Convert Text
• Select CAD Layer and corresponding Revit Line Style
• Click '+' to add mapping
• Review mapping table
• Click Run to execute conversion

2. B. Automatic Mapping (Excel-Based)

Used for batch automated conversion using predefined Excel mapping.

Steps:

• Prepare Excel file with CADLayer and RevitLineStyle columns
• Click Browse and select Excel file
• Click Import Excel
• Enable 'Use Excel mapping for Auto conversion'
• Verify mapping preview
• Click Auto or Run

Excel Mapping Example:

3. Additional Functions

• Conversion Type – defines conversion scope
• MapChange Line Style – override styles for selected items
• Status Bar – shows tool status
• Refresh – reload data
• Auto – run Excel mapping
• Run – execute conversion

4. Important Note – Hatch Conversion

Hatches are converted using the default Revit Filled Region type. Due to Revit API limitations, the original CAD hatch patterns cannot be fully preserved during conversion. Users are expected to manually adjust or replace the filled region type in Revit after the conversion as needed.

5. Best Practices

• Ensure all layers are mapped before running
• Use Excel mapping for large datasets
• Use manual mapping for fine control
• Validate mapping before execution

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