Manage Revit Sheet-Based Revisions with Ideate BIMLink
Revit revision management is possible through the Revision Cloud tool on the Annotate tab, as well as through the Revisions on Sheet dialog box found in Sheet Properties.
You can use Ideate BIMLink to access the Revit Revisions on Sheet properties, so it’s easy to manage revisions. Revit users around the world benefit from this feature of Ideate BIMLink.
Access these Revit revision manager properties in Ideate BIMLink by following one of these two methods:
1. Use the sample Link file, "Revision_on_Sheet"
OR
2. Create a New Link and use the category, “Sheet”
Look through the list of available properties for those that start with “Seq,” which reflects the number of revisions defined within the project.Select the Revisions you need to be included within the Link Definition, and each "Seq." property will export as either a TRUE or FALSE value within Excel.
Note: When you edit the value values for these properties, the Revision Schedules will update if they are included in the title block family.
Click here for access to the Autodesk Revit Wiki with instruction on editing a title block to include the Revision schedule.
If you are a current subscriber to Ideate BIMLink, you can email us at support@ideatesoftware.com and ask for an Excel macro template and dataset that supports the automation of a Document Issuance Record. You’ll get an Excel file organized as a matrix with per Sheet numbering as the Columns and Sheets as Rows with the Revision dates.
Related Topic: Use Ideate Sticky with Ideate BIMLink
Peruse our website for more information on our addins for Revit. Managing Revisions is just one of the hundreds of tasks you can simplify with our tools.
Additional F.A.Q.
How are Revit 3D models beneficial in the design process?
Revit 3D models empower architectural, structural and MEP teams with technical clarity and functional detail inside a comprehensive, three-dimensional project view. With improved visualization, trades can detect and solve for clashes and other errors while facilitating the construction process.
What are the key features of Revit modelling?
Revit modelling incorporates families of objects to create accurate three-dimensional views of a project. This multidisciplinary tool facilitates collaboration among team members by allowing multiple users to work on the same project simultaneously. Changes made by one user are synched across interconnected project aspects, enhancing coordination and reducing errors.
How do I maintain a Revit model?
Proactively maintain model health and keep your project running smoothly with a host of Ideate Software plugins. Use Ideate BIMLink to review model data in Excel where you can quickly identify and flag QA/QC issues, or use Ideate Explorer’s powerful browser to find and solve for critical warnings or unused elements. With Ideate StyleManager, you can reduce file sizes and keep your documentation clean, sleek and on brand with standardized styles.
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 License Wizard section of the Graitec Licensing Help Center.
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. What changes is how many people can use them at the same time.
- 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 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 Cloud Floating
- Enterprise Suite: Cloud Floating
- Active Host: Cloud Floating
- Automation: Cloud Floating
- Individual products: Named User or 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.
Will floating (network) licenses still be available?
Yes. Cloud Floating licenses are available for Ideate Suite, Enterprise Suite, Active Host, individual products, and Automation.
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 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 Cloud Floating Suite. Your license quantities and expiration dates stay the same.
I have several products that renew on different dates. How will that be handled?
We're finalizing how to handle accounts with multiple renewal dates. Contact sales@ideatesoftware.com and we'll review your account with you.
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.
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