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Any referenced datasets can be downloaded from "Module downloads" in the module overview.
In this exercise, we will add columns at grid intersections
Catch-up file completed to this point: 07_Medical Center_Columns.rvt
Figure 7–1 The Architectural Column Tool
Notice how the architectural columns engage with the architectural walls.
If the column does not touch the wall, it will not merge. For example, some of the columns on Grid E do not merge. If you move either the wall or the Grid line they will merge when they touch.
Figure 7–2 Moving a grid line will move all columns on the grid line
This action will select more than the columns.
The “Filter” dialog appears allowing us to fine-tune the selection by removing categories we don’t need selected.
Figure 7–3 Make a window selection and then Filter to select only the columns
Figure 7–4 Associate the height of the columns with the Roof level
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