Tools & Resources
Curated apps, plugins, family libraries, and learning resources for Revit professionals.
pyRevit
Open-source extension framework for running Python scripts inside Revit. Hundreds of ready-made tools for productivity, sheets, views, and more. Essential for power users.
DiRoots Tools
Suite of free Revit add-ins covering sheet management, parameter tools, model cleanup, and export utilities. Some of the most polished free tools available.
Autodesk App Store
The official marketplace for Revit plugins and extensions. Thousands of tools — free and paid — from Autodesk partners and the community.
Enscape
Real-time rendering plugin that lives directly inside Revit. Walk through your model instantly, create stunning visuals, and export VR experiences without leaving Revit.
Dynamo
Visual programming environment built into Revit. Automate repetitive tasks, manipulate geometry, and run complex operations through a node-based graph — no coding required.
BIMObject
The world largest library of manufacturer-verified BIM content. Millions of real products — doors, windows, MEP, furniture — ready to drop into Revit.
Autodesk Knowledge Network
Official Autodesk documentation, tutorials, and troubleshooting guides for Revit. The authoritative source — always check here first for technical questions.
Balkan Architect (YouTube)
One of the best Revit YouTube channels with in-depth tutorials on families, parameters, documentation, and advanced workflows. Excellent production quality.
COINS Auto-Section Box
One-click section boxes around selected elements in 3D views. Simple, free, and saves enormous time when reviewing model sections.
Ideate BIMLink
Bidirectional Excel-to-Revit data exchange. Export Revit parameters to Excel, edit in bulk, then push changes back. A huge time saver for large projects.
Lumion
Industry-leading standalone rendering software with a direct Revit sync plugin. Known for speed, beautiful landscapes, and an enormous content library.
Navisworks Manage
Clash detection and model review tool from Autodesk. Aggregate models from multiple disciplines, run interference checks, and review construction sequences.
BIMsmith
Free BIM content from top manufacturers, pre-configured for Revit. Great for finding real-world product families with accurate specifications.
RevitCity
Community-driven library of user-uploaded Revit families. One of the oldest and largest community-built Revit resources on the web.
National BIM Library
UK-based library of standardized BIM objects by NBS. High-quality, specification-rich families following UK and international BIM standards.
r/Revit on Reddit
Active subreddit with 80k+ members. Ask questions, share work, and find solutions to unusual Revit problems. Especially useful for niche issues.
Autodesk Community Forums
Official Autodesk community for Revit. Answers from Autodesk staff, certified instructors, and experienced users. Great for finding official workarounds.
BIMForum
Industry organization for BIM practitioners. Great resources on LOD standards, best practices, and connecting with BIM professionals worldwide.
Eazystruct
Structural analysis and BIM integration tool for Revit. Automates structural calculations and design checks directly inside your Revit model.
Pangolin Tools
A free productivity plugin suite for Revit covering view management, visibility, schedules, and model organization. Built by BIM professionals for daily workflow.
Magic Views
Free Revit plugin by Pangolin Tools. Instantly creates sections, 3D boxes around selected elements, and hotkey-based view navigation — a must-have for any Revit workflow.