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Wed, Oct 13, 2010 at 8:12:49 AM | Family Types Parameters

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I am using a generic face-based cube in my models for various items in R2009 (a wall safe, a napkin dispenser, a computer), but if I want to tag them or schedule them under a specific Family Type (specialist equipment, plumbing fixture, electrical equipment) for room data sheets I have to go and replicate the family, change the Family Category & reload it. 

Is there a way to vary the family category within the generic cube model so I don't end up with a duplicated model? I have looked at the 'Family Type' parameter but think I'm barking up the wrong tree...


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Wed, Oct 13, 2010 at 8:24:50 AM | Family Types Parameters

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There is no way to do this in a single family.  I don't think you really want to any-way beacuse you loose all category VG control.

 

For some things, you can use multi-category tags and schedules but I don't believe that is the asnwer for this.


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Wed, Oct 13, 2010 at 8:44:03 AM | Family Types Parameters

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Thanks

So what's the intent with the Family Type parameter field? I've not worked out what it's for yet! 


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Wed, Oct 13, 2010 at 9:15:55 AM | Family Types Parameters

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It's for changing types of nested families. If you nest Family B (with multiple types) inside Family A, when you load Family A into a project you can control which Family B type is displayed.

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Wed, Oct 13, 2010 at 9:20:32 AM | Family Types Parameters

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Aaaahhhhh! Useful, thanks!

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Wed, Oct 13, 2010 at 10:34:23 AM | Family Types Parameters

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I forgot to add, to use it select your nested family and on the options bar you will have an option to add a parameter. In the project that parameter will show up as a drop down in the properties that will let you select different types.

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