Content Management

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How to Upload Content from Your Computer to UNIFI
This article gives you detailed instructions on how to add content to UNIFI from within the UNIFI app.
How to Add Content from Revit to UNIFI Using Batch Export
This article shows you how to add content to UNIFI from Revit using the Batch Export feature. Keep in mind that you can also add content to UNIFI from within the UNIFI app.
Using UNIFI with AutoCAD
Here's a quick guide to show you how to use UNIFI with AutoCAD.
Using UNIFI with Civil3D
Here's a quick guide to show you how to use UNIFI with Civil3D.
Using UNIFI with MicroStation
In this article, we show you how to insert content from UNIFI to MicroStation and how to export MicroStation content to UNIFI.
Using Tags in UNIFI
Tags are a way to easily find content that has been grouped together in UNIFI using metadata.
 Submitting a Content Request
If there is a particular piece of content that you need that is not in any of your libraries, you can submit a Content Request.
 Managing Content Requests
Managing content requests is easy in UNIFI. Once a user has submitted a content request, an admin will be able to view that request in the notifications section of the UNIFI app.
 Storing Non-BIM/CAD Content in UNIFI Pro
Although UNIFI is built specifically for managing BIM elements, you can store virtually any filetype in your UNIFI libraries.
 Copy Content Using the Harvest Project Tool
The Harvest Project feature allows you to easily load your content from any existing Revit project file, such as a Container Project, into your current Revit project.
How to Future-Proof Families with the Base File Chart Section
The base file chart section in UNIFI helps to future-proof families when future versions of Revit are used.
Best Practices for Adding Unique File Elements to UNIFI
Although most file formats export seamlessly to UNIFI, there are a few formats that take some extra steps. This article shows some workarounds to help you add that content to UNIFI.
Time-Saving Tagging Strategies
An effective tagging system allows users to quickly classify content and find similar content. In this article, we share some of our favorite strategies for tagging in UNIFI.
How to Set Up a Private Channel
In this post, we show you how to create your own Private Channel in UNIFI.
How to Request an Update for Existing Content in UNIFI
If you need to request an update or submit an issue for existing content in UNIFI, you will want to fill out the Request Update form.
How UNIFI Can Help You Manage Container Files More Efficiently
One way to manage content more efficiently is by creating a Source or Container File. This file contains various templates for content that are used repeatedly.
How to Delete Content from UNIFI
This article shows you how to remove content from UNIFI.
How to Create Thumbnail Images for AutoCAD Content
If you are uploading non-Revit content to UNIFI (such as .dwg files) and not getting thumbnail images, here are some steps to get those showing up in UNIFI.
3 Ways UNIFI’S Preview Image Customization Tool Comes in Handy
UNIFI’s Preview Image Customization tool gives you more control over how content appears in UNIFI. Rather than sticking with a default preview image that may not be ideal for you and your team, you can generate, customize, or upload your own. In this article, we will share three different ways that this might come in handy for you.
7 Mistakes BIM Managers Should Avoid When Collaborating on a Project
In this article, we share seven major mistakes that BIM managers could make when collaborating on a project.
The 5 Biggest Time Wasters Every BIM Manager Should Avoid
Are you trying to work more efficiently as a BIM manager? Perhaps you’ve found yourself frustrated with lagging Revit models or maddening project delays. We’ve put together the biggest time wasters that every BIM manager should avoid, and we provide you with helpful tips to avoid them.
Content Management Mishaps and How to Avoid Them
In this article, we help you lay out a plan to prevent BIM content management mishaps so that you can manage more effectively.