Ideate BIMLink FAQs
Q. Why are some parameters gray?
A. A common cause of a grayed-out parameter is that you are using an Instance link but intended to edit the Type data. Easily remedy this by using the Convert Link function. Learn more: Read-Only Revit Properties with Ideate BIMLink .
Q. Can I use Ideate BIMLink to edit my Revit electrical panel schedule?
A. Revit electrical panel data is an aggregate of information coming from these sources:
- Electrical Panel element (electrical equipment)
- Circuit elements
- Location data (spaces)
- Calculated data, which is everything from the Panel “location,” such as the Space Name+Number to the Apparent Load, etc.)
Ideate BIMLink
CAN export data about electrical equipment so you can edit most of the panel data. Then, separately, you can edit information about spaces and some of the info about circuits (name and description mostly).
What Ideate BIMLink
CANNOT do is export data to Excel that looks like the Panel table and let you edit all the fields. You also cannot use it to edit any of those calculated data fields and edit the circuit numbers.
Q. Do I need to uninstall my trial version before activating a standalone or network version?
A. No. The trial installation can be activated with a valid license code or network license file. However, it’s advisable to check our website for the latest version. Older installations can be easily uninstalled and reinstalled with the latest version without disrupting the licensing.
Q. Does Ideate BIMLink work across linked Revit files?
A. Yes. We added this functionality in October 2014. See Include Linked Revit Elements with Ideate BIMLink
Q. Does Ideate BIMLink permit swapping one Type or Family for another?
A. Yes. We added this functionality in December 2013. See Utilize Type Swapping in Revit Model Elements with Ideate BIMLink.
Q. Which elements can be created using "NEW" in place of the ID column?
A. The creation of new elements is supported for the following categories: Sheets, Unplaced Rooms, Spaces from Linked Rooms, Revit Area Elements, Custom Families, Schedule Keys, Scope Boxes, Types, Revisions, Parameters, and Worksets. Learn more: Learn how to Create New Revit Elements with Ideate BIMLink.
Q. How does Ideate BIMLink handle project units?
A. Check out
Edit Revit Property and Cell Units via Excel with Ideate BIMLink to learn how Revit project units are managed in Excel.
Q. How does Ideate BIMLink handle Key Schedules?
A. See Manage Key Schedule Data within Revit Projects with Ideate BIMLink to learn how Revit key schedules interact with Ideate BIMLink.
What is a Named User license?
A Named User license is assigned to one specific person rather than shared across a network. For a step-by-step walkthrough, see the Graitec Licensing Help Center - Named User.
Are Ideate Suites replacing Ideate Software Bundles?
Yes. Going forward, Ideate Suites replace Ideate Software Bundles.
What's the difference between the Ideate Software Bundle and the Ideate Suite?
Both include the same five tools: IdeateApps, Ideate BIMLink, Ideate Explorer, Ideate Sticky and Ideate StyleManager.
- Bundle: Each tool is licensed separately, so different people can work in different tools at once. For example, with one Bundle, five people could each use a different tool at the same time.
- Suite: One license covers all five tools for one person at a time. That person can move freely between every tool. While they're using the Suite, it isn't available to anyone else on that license until they finish.
A Named User Suite is assigned to one specific person. A single Network Cloud Floating Suite can be shared across your team, one person at a time.
Will my team need more licenses?
If several people on your team use different Ideate tools at the same time, you may need more than one Suite license. Contact us and we'll review your team's usage and help you choose the right setup.
Can I still buy an Ideate Software Bundle?
No. Bundles are no longer available for purchase. New purchases are offered as follows:
- Ideate Suite: Named User or Network Cloud Floating
- Enterprise Suite: Network Cloud Floating
- Active Host: Network Cloud Floating
- Automation: Network Cloud Floating
- Individual products: Named User or Network Cloud Floating (IdeateApps, Ideate BIMLink, Ideate Explorer, Ideate Sticky, and Ideate StyleManager)
Can I still buy IdeateApps, BIMLink, Explorer, Sticky, or StyleManager individually?
Yes. Individual products are available as Named User or Cloud Floating licenses until the new product lineup launches with the next major release, expected mid-2027.
Will floating (network) licenses still be available?
Yes. FlexLM remains available for organizations with security requirements, such as environments without internet access. FlexLM is not available through the online store, so please contact your account manager to purchase.
My organization has strict security requirements or no internet access. Can I still get a FlexLM license?
Yes. FlexLM remains available for organizations with security requirements, such as environments without internet access. FlexLM is not available through the online store, so please contact your account manager to purchase.
I'm an existing customer. What happens to my current license/s?
Your existing Ideate Software subscription is moving to our new licensing system at no cost. Your license quantities and expiration dates stay the same.
- Standalone licenses become Named User licenses. Set up your Named Users in the Graitec Advantage Portal.
- Cloud Floating (network) licenses become Network Cloud Floating Suite licenses. Deploy the latest release as you have in the past, using the new license code in your migration email.
- Each Ideate Software Bundle becomes an Ideate Suite.
To keep using Ideate, update to the latest release and activate your new license by March 31, 2027. Older Ideate licenses will stop working in Q2 2027.
Using Ideate with Revit 2022 or earlier? Contact ideatesupport@graitec.com to review your options. For account questions, contact sales@ideatesoftware.com.
I have a Bundle today. What will I receive when I move to the new licensing?
Conversions are one for one. Each Ideate Software Bundle becomes one Ideate Suite, and each network Bundle becomes one Network Cloud Floating Suite. Your license quantities and expiration dates stay the same.
Where do I manage my licenses?
In the Graitec Advantage Portal. Based on customer requests, starting with the latest Ideate release, license management and license usage information are handled in Graitec Advantage, outside of Revit. We recommend bookmarking the portal.
- Named User licenses: Assign licenses to people on your team in Graitec Advantage.
- Cloud Floating Suite licenses: Deploy the latest release with your new license code as you have in the past, then manage licenses in Graitec Advantage.
Watch the Graitec Advantage walkthrough
Can I transfer a Named User license to another person?
Yes. There's no limit on the total number of transfers, but each license can be transferred up to two times within a 30-day period.
How are licenses issued?
Each product on your order is issued as its own license once your order is processed. To try a product before buying, contact us to request an evaluation license.
I want to try the Graitec AI Assistant now, but I don’t have my new license code yet. What should I do?
Existing customers: We’re delivering new license codes to existing subscribers on a rolling basis over the next few weeks. If you need access sooner, contact your Graitec sales representative.
New customers: The Graitec AI Assistant isn’t available in the Ideate trial. Contact your Graitec sales representative to request an evaluation license or purchase a 6-month subscription.
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