Models can be published using the Revit Add-In or by uploading a .rvt file directly into the Layer app. Both methods achieve the same goal of bringing Revit categories and elements into Layer.

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Steps

Publish from the Revit Add-In

1. Download and install the Revit Add-In.

2. Open a model in Revit.

3. Select the LAYER tab in your project ribbon and sign into the Add-In.

4. Once signed in, click Publish Model in your LAYER ribbon. Publishing can take several minutes while the model files upload.

5. After publishing, a panel opens in Revit allowing you to select a project and name the version. Best practice: include a date or version indicator (e.g., “75% DD”).

6. If it’s a new model, select Create a new model. If updating an existing one, choose it from the dropdown.

7. Click Publish Models Now → to begin processing. Depending on model size and complexity, this can take several minutes or up to an hour. You’ll receive an email when it’s done.

8. Once published, open the Layer Web App to view and manage your model.

Publish from the Layer App

1. Within a project, click the + next to the Models header in the left navigation.

2. Select Upload a Model Manually to Layer.

3. Choose the .rvt file from your computer.

4. To include linked models, check Include models that are linked to this one.

5. Click Continue → after uploading your .rvt files.

6. On the next page, rename the version (best practice: include date or progress level).

7. If it’s a new model, choose Create a new model. For updates, select an existing model from the dropdown.

8. Click Publish Models Now → to begin processing. This can take several minutes or up to an hour depending on size and complexity. You’ll receive an email notification when processing is complete.