Which view types showcase the realistic appearance of materials in Revit?

The Realistic and Rendered view types in Revit are specifically designed to showcase the materials with a realistic appearance.

In the Realistic view, materials are displayed in a way that reflects their properties with accurate lighting, textures, and shading, providing a good representation of how they will appear in real life. This view is particularly useful during design development, as it allows architects and designers to evaluate how materials will look within the context of the model.

The Rendered view goes a step further by producing high-quality images that simulate how the scene will appear when rendered. This includes advanced features like shadows, reflections, and light effects, making it ideal for presentations or visualizations. Rendering can be further manipulated by adjusting lighting settings, camera angles, and more, to achieve a highly detailed and photorealistic representation of the project.

In contrast, the other view types do not focus on providing a realistic representation of materials. For example, the Shaded view shows basic colors and materials without intricate details, while Wireframe displays only the edges without any surface shading. Similarly, the Hidden Line view emphasizes edges and outlines rather than providing depth and texture. Therefore, when it comes to showcasing a realistic appearance of materials, Realistic and Rendered views are the