Moving from 2D to 3D

Module overview

Learn what it takes to take flat 2D AutoCAD drawings and turn them into 3D Revit projects. Using existing information to create new projects helps save time and money. 

This content takes approximately 55 minutes to complete. By the end, you should be able to:

• Link AutoCAD drawings.
• Control layers.
• Insert PDF and image files.
• Add 3D elements over 2D AutoCAD.

About the author
This content was created by Eric Wing from C&S Companies.

Before you start

• Please make sure you have the Revit and Civil 3D software loaded.
• If you have technical difficulties, please reach out to product support.

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Module outline

• Introduction to Moving from 2D to 3D
• Starting a Revit Project
• Linking 2D AutoCAD
• Working with AutoCAD Layers
• Importing PDFs
• Importing an Image
• Adding 3D Elements Over 2D AutoCAD
• Moving from 2D to 3D - Quiz
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