You can lock dimensions so the dimension values cannot be changed, thus restricting movement of referenced elements. Unlock dimensions to allow their values to be modified and to move …

Feb 13, 2025 · If the lock is locked, the dimension value is fixed, preventing any change to the distance between its referenced components. You cannot click the dimension value to change it.

This tutorial covers the step-by-step process of locking dimensions, a crucial feature for maintaining the integrity of your architectural projects.

Join Paul F. Aubin for an in-depth discussion in this video, Lock dimensions in the Family Editor, part of Revit: Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting.

Learn how to use Revit's Lock and Dimension Lock tools to maintain alignments and fixed distances between elements. Prevent accidental moves and preserve you...

In this Constraints and Dimensions course, you will learn the differences between constraints and dimensions in Revit. You will learn how locking dimensions create a type of constraint and …

If the lock is locked, the dimension value is fixed, preventing any change to the distance between its referenced components. You cannot click the dimension value to change it.

Jun 5, 2025 · Export picked texts/dims from DWG drawings to Excel. Arrowheads or other parts of dimensions are not printed.

To unlock dimensions, simply click the dimension value after selecting the referenced element. If locked, the icon will appear, enabling you to unlock it with just one click, allowing you to freely …

Locked dimensions ensure that elements remain constrained to specific distances or alignments, even as the model evolves.