In Revit, how can lighting fixtures be adjusted within the model?

Adjusting lighting fixtures within a Revit model is primarily done using the Type Selector. When you select a lighting fixture in Revit, the Type Selector allows you to choose from different predefined types of that fixture. Each type can have distinctive properties, such as dimensions, light output, or electrical specifications, which can impact the overall design of the model.

By changing the type from the Type Selector, you can effectively update the model to utilize different lighting designs without having to redraw or reconfigure the fixtures manually. This capability enhances the efficiency of the design process, as it allows for quick adjustments in the lighting strategy based on aesthetic or functional requirements.

While it is possible to alter parameters for a selected fixture in the Properties Palette, the specific adjustment of changing the type is best achieved through the Type Selector. Other methods, like using the Lighting Analysis feature or re-importing fixtures from libraries, serve different purposes and don’t provide the specific adjustment needed for directly switching fixture types.