Hiding level tags in Revit can be achieved through several methods, primarily by adjusting visibility settings, applying view templates, or controlling their display based on the view's scale. The most common approach involves using the Visibility/Graphics Overrides.
Methods to Control Level Tag Visibility
To effectively manage the visibility of level tags in your Revit projects, consider these methods:
1. Visibility/Graphics Overrides (VV/VG)
This is the most direct and frequently used method to hide specific categories of elements, including annotations like level tags, in a given view.
- Open the Desired View: Navigate to the plan, section, or elevation view where you want to hide the level tags.
- Access Visibility/Graphics:
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VVorVGon your keyboard. - Alternatively, go to the "View" tab > "Graphics" panel > "Visibility/Graphics" (or "Visibility/Graphics Overrides" in the Properties Palette for the view).
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- Navigate to Annotation Categories: In the "Visibility/Graphics Overrides" dialog box, select the "Annotation Categories" tab.
- Uncheck "Levels": Scroll down the list until you find "Levels." Uncheck the box next to it. This will hide all level lines and their associated tags in the current view.
- Apply and OK: Click "Apply" to see the changes immediately, then "OK" to close the dialog.
- Tip: If you only want to hide the tag but keep the level line visible, you might need to edit the level family or use a different method. However, unchecking "Levels" in VG hides both. For more granular control, sometimes level tags are grouped under "Generic Annotations" or "Specialty Equipment" if custom families are used, but typically they fall under "Levels."
2. Hide in View (Element or Category)
For quick, view-specific hiding of individual level tags or all tags of that category without affecting other views.
- Hide Individual Element:
- Select the specific level tag you wish to hide.
- Right-click > "Hide in View" > "Elements." This hides only the selected tag.
- Hide Category:
- Select a level tag.
- Right-click > "Hide in View" > "Category." This will hide all level tags (and level lines) in that specific view, similar to the VV/VG method for "Levels" category.
3. Controlling Visibility by View Scale
You can set up your view to automatically hide certain tags, including level tags, when the view is at a specific scale, ensuring clarity and appropriate detail levels across different drawing types. Just as you might manage view tags, you can control level tags.
For example, if you are working on an enlarged plan that is set to a one-half inch scale (e.g., 1/2" = 1'-0"), you might want to hide general level tags that are visible in a smaller-scale overall plan or section. Many annotation families, including level heads, have a parameter that allows them to be hidden when the view scale is coarser than a specified value.
- Edit the Level Head Family:
- Select a level tag in an elevation or section view.
- Click "Edit Type" in the Properties palette.
- Look for a parameter like "Hide at scales coarser than" or a similar visibility control. If the family has this parameter, adjust it accordingly.
- Adjust View Scale:
- Go to the Properties Palette for the view where you want to hide tags.
- Change the "View Scale" to a coarser scale where the tags should no longer appear.
- Note: Not all level tag families have a built-in scale visibility parameter. In such cases, you would rely on VV/VG or Hide in View methods.
4. Using View Templates
View templates are powerful for applying consistent visibility settings across multiple views, which is essential for project standards.
- Create or Modify a View Template:
- Go to the "View" tab > "Graphics" panel > "View Templates" > "Manage View Templates."
- Select an existing template or create a new one.
- Adjust Visibility/Graphics:
- In the "View Templates" dialog, under "VV Overrides (Annotations)," click "Edit."
- Navigate to the "Annotation Categories" tab and uncheck "Levels" (or other relevant categories) as desired.
- Apply to Views:
- Apply this view template to any plan, section, or elevation view where you want the level tags hidden. The views will inherit the settings, ensuring consistency.
5. Crop Region and Annotation Crop
Ensure your level tags are not inadvertently hidden because they fall outside the view's crop region or annotation crop.
- Show Crop Region: In the View Control Bar at the bottom of the view, click "Show Crop Region" (the light bulb icon, then the crop box icon).
- Adjust Crop Boundaries: Drag the handles of the crop region to encompass all desired elements, including level tags.
- Check Annotation Crop: For views with an "Annotation Crop" (often sections and elevations), ensure it's also extended to include the level tags. The annotation crop controls the visibility of annotations that fall outside the model crop.
Summary Table: Hiding Level Tags
| Method | Description | Best Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/Graphics Overrides (VV/VG) | Uncheck "Levels" under "Annotation Categories" for the current view. | Hiding all level lines and tags in a specific view. |
| Hide in View (Element/Category) | Select tag, right-click, "Hide in View" (Elements for individual, Category for all). | Quick, view-specific hiding of individual tags or all tags of type. |
| View Scale Control | Adjust "Hide at scales coarser than" in the level head family or change view's scale. | Automated hiding based on view scale, especially for enlarged plans. |
| View Templates | Modify VV/VG settings within a template and apply to multiple views. | Consistent visibility standards across a project. |
| Crop Region/Annotation Crop | Extend view's crop boundaries to ensure tags are within the visible area. | Tags appearing hidden but are actually just outside view limits. |
By using these methods, you can precisely control the visibility of level tags in your Revit project, maintaining clear and well-organized documentation.
