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pyRevit

Custom Revit automation with shared script extensions

pyRevit is an open-source framework for building and distributing Revit tools. Review scripting requirements, compatible releases and safe testing of model-changing scripts.

Pricing
Open-source project
Alternatives
Google Colab, Reports, SmartPM
Who it's for
architecture
Open Source (GPL-3.0; inspect the repository license and dependencies for your use)
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WHY IT EXISTS

Why This Tool Exists

The Problem

Useful for BIM teams with scripting capability and repeated modeling or documentation tasks. Start with one narrow operation on a disposable copy of a model.

The Solution

The vendor documents: Custom Revit ribbon tools; Script-based extension development; Extension distribution and configuration.

USAGE

How You Use It

Delivery Method
Revit extension framework
Integrations
Autodesk Revit
Disciplines
Architecture
Workflows
Data & Automation
Project Phases
Design Development, Construction Documents, Construction Administration
TRANSPARENCY

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

Input
What it needs
Required:Compatible Revit installation, Reviewed extension code and a test model
Formats:Verify the selected product’s accepted formats
Output
What you get
Format:Custom Revit commands; Script-defined model operations or reports
Fields:Custom Revit commands, Script-defined model operations or reports
Algorithm
How it works
Model:Product capabilities documented by the vendor; no independent performance test in this review.
Privacy
How your data is protected
Retention:Verify the selected service contract, deletion controls and project requirements.
Training:No project-specific data-processing terms independently assessed.
Compliance:No certification or contractual suitability inferred by this review.
API
Integration
Endpoint:Use the official product documentation; no unverified endpoint supplied.
Method:Confirm the required operation and plan entitlement.
USE CASES

Use Cases

  • ·Useful for BIM teams with scripting capability and repeated modeling or documentation tasks. Start with one narrow operation on a disposable copy of a model.
  • ·The framework does not guarantee the correctness of an installed extension. Check the release compatibility matrix and review every script that changes a model.
PRICING

Pricing

Free
Open-source project; no pyRevit subscription fee. Revit licensing and implementation/support effort are separate.
Sources & Research NotesResearch date: 2026-09-11
Data Sources (2)
Fields Checked (3)
Custom Revit ribbon tools, Script-based extension development, Extension distribution and configuration
Not Found (3)
Hands-on performance results, Project-specific data-processing contract, Independent accuracy or time-saving measurements
About this research: This record summarizes the cited sources and fields checked. A research date does not establish hands-on testing. Consult the original sources for current details and limitations.
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