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🔄 Rotate Box To Face

Rotate Box To Face aligns section/scope boxes to any selected face for precise 3D view orientation.
Version 1.4 | The Best of the Best

Overview​

This tool allows you to align section/scope boxes to wall faces or any other element face in Revit 3D views. Perfect for creating focused views of off-axis spaces, non-orthographic walls, and complex geometries by rotating the section box to match the selected face orientation.

Key Features​

Usage includes:

  • Face-Based Alignment: Rotate boxes to match any selected face in your Revit model.
  • Universal Element Support: Works with walls, floors, roofs, and any other Revit element faces.
  • Off-Axis Compatibility: Perfect for non-orthographic walls and angled building elements.
  • Section Box Preservation: Maintains section box size while adjusting orientation.

Requirements​

Before using Rotate Box To Face, ensure your environment meets the following prerequisites:

 Autodesk Revit: From version 2020 to newest.
 NonicaTab: NonicaTab Pro or NonicaTab Free.

Video​

note

This video was recorded with a previous version of the tool. There has been updates and new features implemented:

  • Rotate Scope Boxes.

Usage​

Basic Box Rotation​

  1. Prepare 3D View: Open a 3D view and ensure the section box is visible and enabled.
  2. Adjust Section Box: Resize the section box to focus on your desired area (optional).
  3. Navigate to NonicaTab → Rotate Box To Face.
  4. Select Box: Choose the section box or scope box you want to rotate.
  5. Select Target Face: Click on any face of a wall, floor, roof, or other Revit element.
  6. Execute: Click "Apply and Run" to rotate the selected box parallel to the selected face.

Advanced Applications​

  1. Off-Axis Buildings: Use for parking lots, angled buildings, or non-orthographic designs.
  2. Focused Views: Create precise views of specific building components or spaces.

Workflow Tips​

  1. Size First: Adjust box dimensions before rotating for optimal results.
  2. Box Selection: Choose the specific section box or scope box you want to rotate.
  3. Face Selection: Choose the most representative face for your desired orientation.
  4. Quality Check: Verify the rotation result matches your intended view orientation.

FAQ​

You can select any face from walls, floors, roofs, columns, beams, or any other Revit element. The tool works with both straight.

It's recommended to adjust the section box size first to focus on your area of interest, but it's not required. The tool maintains the current section box dimensions while changing only the orientation.

The section box will rotate to align with the orientation of the selected face. For complex geometries, choose the face that best represents your desired viewing angle.

Credit​

Original version by eirannejad.