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    • What's New in Ideate Automation

    June 2026 Release (3.6) 

    For Ideate Software Bundle and Ideate Enterprise subscribers, the addition of Ideate ExportHub brings a new level of control to the file exports made via Ideate Automation. The related script called HUB-Export_Package, shown below, brings significant improvements and extends the functionality of Ideate Automation exports:
    •    Support for new file types including Images, DXF, DWF, DWFx, Images, and FBX.
    •    Use ExportHub to set all file naming rules conventions, removing the need to script inside of Ideate Automation
    •    Use ExportHub to set project file paths, removing the need to get geeky within Ideate Automation

    NOTE: In this release we are flagging these older scripts for future removal, per the tooltip. Please review the newer script called HUB-Export_Package for a better export experience.

    New and retired scripts for Ideate Automation 3.6

    New Workflows – Family Library Content

    The existing script, AUT-Families-RVT generates a report on the families found within the selected Revit project(s). In this new release this same script now also supports the batch exporting of your selected families files to a specified location, saving hours of manual exporting time, facilitating project and family management processes. 

    Speaking of family content, this release of Ideate Automation also includes two new workflows for BIMLink subscribers, aimed at generating detailed data reports on your family content, either from within an RVT or from a folder of families. Use the samples as a starting point, then customize with your preferred BIMLink Link Definitions. Look for IBL-Export_Link_Definitions-Families-RFA and IBL-Export_Link_Definitions-Families-RVT. 

    Performance 

    Ideate Automation 3.6 includes many fixes and improvements focused on performance. In this release you’ll find that the Refresh files process and the Publish script (AUT-AdskCloud-Publish_Model) are faster and more reliable. Additionally, all PDF scripts have been updated to include a variable option for timeout, ensuring completion for extra-large models.

    November 2025 Release (3.5)

    This release focuses on advancing Ideate Automation with greater flexibility and control. Key enhancements include support for Graitec Licensing, along with updates to several scripts to improve flexibility and efficiency, making workflows smoother and more reliable for everyday tasks.

    New Features

    Graitec Licensing Support

    This release includes a change made to the trial licensing method, which now matches the Graitec standard.

    Script Update: AUT-Families-RVT

    We’ve enhanced this script based on customers’ feedback. It now supports:

    Script Update: AUT-Open_Files

    We’ve added a safeguard to prevent opening Revit-related file types, including RVT, RFA, RTE, and RFT extensions. This update helps maintain workflow integrity by reducing the risk of unintended file opening during automation processes.

    Script Update: AUT-AdskCloud-Publish_Model

    Based on customer’s feedback we’ve added timing-related UI variables Timeout and Check Status Delay.
    These new options can be found under: Additional Options.

    Publish Timeout: Timeout for each call to publish model. Accepts hours, minutes, and sections. Clear value to allow infinite time. Shortest timeout used is 2 minutes. 
    Status Check Delay: Time to wait between calls to check the published stats for a file. Accepts hours, minutes and seconds. Shortest time used is 1 second.

    July 2025 Release (3.4 Update)

    We are excited to introduce new features and enhancements in the latest release of Ideate Automation version 3.4. These updates improve workflow efficiency and provide greater control over RVT file data management and parameter management in RFA. This release is compatible with Revit versions 2023-2026. If you need to run a task on an earlier version of Revit, please visit this Link to enable support.

    New Features

    Localization

    Ideate Automation is now localized! It will automatically run in the language set as your Windows language preference.

    Suppress Pop-ups

    Ideate Automation now includes the ability to suppress non-Revit popups during file open, such as those triggered by Autodesk Desktop Connector. This enhancement ensures a smoother and more reliable automation process by preventing interruptions that would otherwise require manual dismissal, helping tasks run unattended from start to finish.

    Open Revit Files by File Name

    By popular demand, Revit files can now be opened by specifying the file name directly through the UI, removing the need to build a task by simplifying the workflow.

    File Open Any File!

    This new script “AUT-Open_Files” opens any file format, such as Adobe InDesign, Microsoft PowerBI, AutoCAD and NWC files. 

    Export with Custom File Naming

    This new script “NUM-Export_DWG” Custom file naming for exports addresses Revit’s limitations and ensures compliance with industry standards. Formats like DWG and other export formats often require custom file naming, such as ISO 19650, which Revit does not support natively. This script utilizes Ideate ReNumber which automates this by applying external naming rules. For example, DWG exports can automatically include sheet numbers, sheet name, and discipline codes (e.g., A101_Cover Page_ARCH.dwg). By using Ideate Automation and ReNumber, predefined naming rules streamline exports and eliminate manual renaming. Read more about this feature [here].

    NEW Data Management Folder

    A new Data Management folder has been added to support bulk parameter creation and BIMLink data import for updates across multiple Revit families (RFA) and Revit projects (RVT). Look for new scripts in the Data Management folder to streamline this process.

    Batch Create and Update Parameters – RFA

    Automate the bulk creation of new parameters and update their values in Revit Family (.RFA) files. Ideate BIMLink manages the data in Excel and Ideate Automation streamlines the import process. This functionality accelerates family parameter setup, reducing manual effort and errors while ensuring Revit Family libraries contain the correct parameters for accurate scheduling. Read more about this feature [here].

    Batch Create Elements and Update Parameter Values in Revit Projects – RVT

    This feature enables the bulk creation of elements and editing of parameter values across multiple Revit Project (.RVT) files. Ideate BIMLink manages the data in Excel and Ideate Automation streamlines the import process. It allows for efficient updates to project data without the need to manually edit each instance, ensuring consistency and saving time. Read more about this feature [here].

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