Draw Stairs
Win64, EnglishGeneral Usage Instructions
1. Initiating the Command:
Click on the "Draw Stairs" button to open a window with a default staircase.
2. Customizing Stair Parameters:
Modify the default staircase using the user-friendly interface.
3. Validity Checks:
The Add-In ensures the validity of entered parameters, flagging "Bad Geometry" for invalid inputs.
4. Stairs Assessment:
The Add-In assesses stairs based on specific conditions, providing a status of "Good Stairs" or "Bad Stairs."
5. Drawing Stairs:
If the geometry is valid, execute the command to draw the stairs family in the active document.
6. Enhanced Workflow & rebar:
The created stairs are capable of hosting rebar, users can leverage the "Stairs Rebar" Revit Add-In by CAD-BUD to streamline rebar placement.
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Commands
| Ribbon/Toolbar Icon | Command | Command Description |
|---|---|---|
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Draw Stairs |
Accessible under the CAD-BUD tab, this command opens a window with a default staircase for modification. Use the following parameters to customize the staircase: General Parameters: Steps, Width, Tread, Riser, Hplate, Gap Upper Support Parameters: Hsup1, Trsup1, Tread1, Hland1, Lf1 Bottom Support Parameters: Hsup2, Trsup2, Tread2, Hland2, Lf2 Stairs Name: Choose a name for the family of stairs. The command ensures parameter validity, preventing progression with invalid geometries (status: "Bad Geometry"). Evaluate stairs based on conditions, assigning a status of "Good Stairs" or "Bad Stairs." If geometry is valid, execute the command to draw the stairs family, ready for rebar integration in the active document using Revit tools. |
Installation/Uninstallation
The installer will initiate upon downloading this add-in from the Autodesk App Store, facilitating the installation process for the add-in. Alternatively, you can double-click on the downloaded installer to install the add-in. Following installation, you may need to restart the Autodesk product to activate the add-in.
To uninstall the plug-in, exit the running Autodesk product, rerun the installer, and opt for the "Uninstall" button. Alternatively, navigate to Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features (Windows 10/11) and uninstall the application as you would any other from your system.
Please note that this app (Draw stairs) for Revit is compatible only with Revit 2023 and 2024. If your programs meet these compatibility requirements, the installation of the Draw Stairs add-in is a straightforward process.
Additional Information
Known Issues
Contact
Author/Company Information
Support Information
Contact for support: gbadran_90@live.com
Version History
| Version Number | Version Description |
|---|---|
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1.0.3 |
Creating custom stair families with rebar hosting. Design and model stairs with various parameters. Ensure validity with real-time checks, restricting invalid geometries. Supports Revit 2025, 2024, and 2023 Sets the family level in Revit 2024. Assess stairs based on conditions, providing a "Good Stairs" or "Bad Stairs" status. Add stairs to the active document, ready for rebar integration using Revit tools. Add a custom rebar cover entitled "Rebar Cover - Draw Stairs 20mm" and applies it to the created stairs. Improved error handling. |
|
1.0.1 |
Creating custom stair families with rebar hosting. Design and model stairs with various parameters under the CAD-BUD tab in Revit. Ensure validity with real-time checks, restricting invalid geometries. Assess stairs based on conditions, providing a "Good Stairs" or "Bad Stairs" status. Add stairs to the active document, ready for rebar integration using Revit tools. Add a custom rebar cover entitled "Rebar Cover - Draw Stairs 20mm" and applies it to the created stairs. |
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1.0.0 |
Initial Release: Creating custom stair families with rebar hosting. Design and model stairs with various parameters under the CAD-BUD tab in Revit. Ensure validity with real-time checks, restricting invalid geometries. Assess stairs based on conditions, providing a "Good Stairs" or "Bad Stairs" status. Add stairs to the active document, ready for rebar integration using Revit tools. |
