# Uncategorized **URL:** https://forum.dynamobim.com/c/uncategorized/1.md [Latest](https://forum.dynamobim.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.dynamobim.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.dynamobim.com/tags.md) --- ## [ReadText node behavior changed?](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/readtext-node-behavior-changed/115275)
**Author:** [@m.guenthergeffers](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/m.guenthergeffers)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 5:14pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/readtext-node-behavior-changed/115275 "2026-10-14T17:14:50Z")
Hi all, It seems that the behavior of the ReadText node has changed between Dynamo 3.6.0 to Dynamo 4.2.1. Was that change on intend, or is it a bug? Thanks, GG (new account, not at home at the moment, and couldn’t … --- ## [Could u help figure out the null](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/could-u-help-figure-out-the-null/115276)
**Author:** [@tasnimzarin004](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/tasnimzarin004)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 8:50am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/could-u-help-figure-out-the-null/115276 "2026-10-14T08:50:29Z")
Hi, I’m an architecture student working on a Hearst Tower model in Revit 2027 using Dynamo. I’ve created a Python Script node and geometry outputs, but my DirectShape.ByGeometry node is returning null. would be really gl… --- ## [Dynamo v3.7 - Wire connections are deselected when panning](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-v3-7-wire-connections-are-deselected-when-panning/115274)
**Author:** [@GregX](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/GregX)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2026, 10:30am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-v3-7-wire-connections-are-deselected-when-panning/115274 "2026-10-13T10:30:22Z")
Hello everyone, on Dynamo v3.7 i noticed this unexpected UI behaviour: Wire connections are deselected when panning: When I start connecting a wire from one node to another and then try to pan the workspace using the m… --- ## [Dynamo v3.7 - Group context menu closes hwne clicking submenu](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-v3-7-group-context-menu-closes-hwne-clicking-submenu/115273)
**Author:** [@GregX](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/GregX)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2026, 10:14am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-v3-7-group-context-menu-closes-hwne-clicking-submenu/115273 "2026-10-13T10:14:24Z")
Hello everyone, In Dynamo v3.7, I’ve noticed this unexpected UI behaviour: Group context menu closes when clicking submenu options: When I right-click a group to open its context menu and click on an option with a subm… --- ## [Doom in Dynamo](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/doom-in-dynamo/115140)
**Author:** [@Harlan\_R\_Brumm](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/Harlan_R_Brumm)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2026, 1:43pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/doom-in-dynamo/115140 "2026-09-30T13:43:11Z")
Sharing personal side project - since I see this being done a lot with other tools and a number of requests here, thought it might silly and fun. I (with Claude) made a node to put Doom in Dynamo. Check out the repo… --- ## [MCP server and Assistant http get request](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/mcp-server-and-assistant-http-get-request/115214)
**Author:** [@ddrennen2QDK2](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/ddrennen2QDK2)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 12:58pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/mcp-server-and-assistant-http-get-request/115214 "2026-09-22T12:58:27Z")
Is the assistant able to write python syntax via dynamo MCP that would make an http get request? I don’t have the opportunity to test this myself --- ## [Revit Adaptive Components Sample File](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/revit-adaptive-components-sample-file/115215)
**Author:** [@Dan\_Rosenberg](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/Dan_Rosenberg)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 10:47am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/revit-adaptive-components-sample-file/115215 "2026-09-21T10:47:20Z")
It looks like the Adaptive component Family might have been removed from the dataset for the Revit Adaptive Components Sample File. Does anyone know what that Family was or have a copy of it? It was removed from the sa… --- ## [Sheet Set Repath for Civil 3D](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/sheet-set-repath-for-civil-3d/115216)
**Author:** [@qliebbe](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/qliebbe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2026, 4:20am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/sheet-set-repath-for-civil-3d/115216 "2026-09-19T04:20:10Z")
--- ## [CivilConnection nodes not working](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/civilconnection-nodes-not-working/41665)
**Author:** [@dair](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/dair)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 1:59am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/civilconnection-nodes-not-working/41665 "2026-09-04T01:59:12Z")
Hi everyone, I’m trying to use the Dynamo CivilConnection package, but for some reason the nodes are not working: I’m using Revit 2019.2, Civil 3D 2019 and Dynamo 2.0.3. I installed the package CivilConnection2019 fo… --- ## [Help and guidence needed](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/help-and-guidence-needed/115177)
**Author:** [@Ramana\_s](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/Ramana_s)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 10:55am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/help-and-guidence-needed/115177 "2026-09-03T10:55:42Z")
Hello All, Happy to connect you all here, We have developed a Dynamo code to convert autocad block to revit families for few MEP services, the code is developed for Revit 2024. Is there any easy method to convert this … --- ## [Dynamo button idea for UI](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-button-idea-for-ui/115174)
**Author:** [@GavinNicholls](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/GavinNicholls)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 8:20pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-button-idea-for-ui/115174 "2026-09-02T20:20:27Z")
I have a lot of issues getting Dynamo from the magical n+1 screen that it decides to open on onto the main screen. Luckily I can install third party tools that solve this. Windows + left/right rarely works. Unfortunatel… --- ## [Tin surface Edit](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/tin-surface-edit/115141)
**Author:** [@tugrul.koksalPUUYK](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/tugrul.koksalPUUYK)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2026, 5:40am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/tin-surface-edit/115141 "2026-08-29T05:40:44Z")
Hello everyone, I can’t edit a surface imported with LandXML. For example, I’m creating Python code to set the maximum side length of a triangle to 10 m, but nothing changes on the Civil 3D screen. How do I create the P… --- ## [Dynamo not Returning Ceiling Type Mark?](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-not-returning-ceiling-type-mark/115157)
**Author:** [@Mike.FORM](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/Mike.FORM)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 6:56pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-not-returning-ceiling-type-mark/115157 "2026-08-28T18:56:58Z")
Is Dynamo not able to get the type mark of built in families? In my case I am trying to read the type marks of ceilings but am getting blanks even though they are filled out in the families. --- ## [Dynamo logging users out error message?](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-logging-users-out-error-message/115102)
**Author:** [@mix](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/mix)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 10:35pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/dynamo-logging-users-out-error-message/115102 "2026-08-26T22:35:44Z")
Hello, Dynamo seems to be breaking our AdskIdentityManager for some reason, Its happening to several people after multiple runs of a dynamo script? Also, dynamo is forcing revit into a crawl speed after 4-5 runs, meaning… --- ## [Issue with Assigning Different Parameter Values to Multiple Elements](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/issue-with-assigning-different-parameter-values-to-multiple-elements/115131)
**Author:** [@aadvikaravind111](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/aadvikaravind111)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 8:56am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/issue-with-assigning-different-parameter-values-to-multiple-elements/115131 "2026-08-25T08:56:58Z")
I have extracted parameter values from elements and need to assign these values to different parameters in Revit. I have already created the Dynamo script, and it works correctly when applied to a single element. Howeve… --- ## [Error when open dynamo](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/error-when-open-dynamo/115128)
**Author:** [@RMohareb](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/RMohareb)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 6:50am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/error-when-open-dynamo/115128 "2026-08-25T06:50:18Z")
Hi All, After updating Windows and Revit to version 26.5, I can no longer open Dynamo and receive an error message; this error causes Revit to close completely. --- ## [Setting radius bend for conduit](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/setting-radius-bend-for-conduit/115094)
**Author:** [@chiamaria](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/chiamaria)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 4:35pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/setting-radius-bend-for-conduit/115094 "2026-08-21T16:35:44Z")
Hi all, I’ve been trying to set the desired radius bend size using python, but I find that when I do, no matter what value I put, I always end up getting this error message below: This is my code: Elbow = doc.C… --- ## [Spring FamilyInstancetransform](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/spring-familyinstancetransform/115109)
**Author:** [@yinodo2737](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/yinodo2737)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 3:16pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/spring-familyinstancetransform/115109 "2026-08-21T15:16:17Z")
not sure how to use this node i want to extract Z vector from the family --- ## [Revit freezes when editing python node](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/revit-freezes-when-editing-python-node/115084)
**Author:** [@vancikv](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/vancikv)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 7:47am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/revit-freezes-when-editing-python-node/115084 "2026-08-18T07:47:10Z")
Trying to edit a Python script node ends in me watching an endlessly spinning wheel for a while until losing patience after a few minutes and killing Revit via task manager. Happens like 1 out of 4 times, after restartin… --- ## [Connecting BIM Data With Digital Membership Card and Visitor Experiences](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/connecting-bim-data-with-digital-membership-card-and-visitor-experiences/115049)
**Author:** [@membershipanywhere](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/membershipanywhere)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 12:43pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/connecting-bim-data-with-digital-membership-card-and-visitor-experiences/115049 "2026-08-12T12:43:41Z")
I’ve been thinking about how BIM and Dynamo could be used beyond traditional design and construction workflows, especially for museums, cultural attractions, and other visitor-focused organizations. For example, a museu… --- ## [Issue with PDF export - Circles looks weird in pDF](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/issue-with-pdf-export-circles-looks-weird-in-pdf/115023)
**Author:** [@Vinay\_Tiwari](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/Vinay_Tiwari)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 3:17pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/issue-with-pdf-export-circles-looks-weird-in-pdf/115023 "2026-08-05T15:17:33Z")
Hi @GavinNicholls, I am using Revit.ExportToPDF node, everthing is working well - it just all the circle geomtry look weird after print. I know this is probably printer issue but how can I customize printer manager to “… --- ## [DB.FamilyParameter \> Dynamo equivalent exposure](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/db-familyparameter-dynamo-equivalent-exposure/115021)
**Author:** [@GavinNicholls](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/GavinNicholls)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 11:45am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/db-familyparameter-dynamo-equivalent-exposure/115021 "2026-08-05T11:45:07Z")
Just clarifying I’m not missing something in C#/ZTN development and reflectable types. Managed to reflect DB.FamilyParmeter without issue, but can’t seem to find any exposed DB.FamilyType equivalent. There is Dynamo Fam… --- ## [Wire disappears when you pan](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/wire-disappears-when-you-pan/113151)
**Author:** [@EzDoesIt](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/EzDoesIt)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 3:08pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/wire-disappears-when-you-pan/113151 "2026-08-04T15:08:33Z")
In Revit 2026.4 when panning to connect the wire to another node the wire disappears. --- ## [Problemas com Data.ImportExcel e SetParameterByName](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/problemas-com-data-importexcel-e-setparameterbyname/114955)
**Author:** [@ca\_leone](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/ca_leone)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 10:21pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/problemas-com-data-importexcel-e-setparameterbyname/114955 "2026-07-19T22:21:03Z")
MenfisCode.dyn (121.3 KB) Hi everyone! I created a Dynamo script to automate filling in type parameters for architectural elements in Revit. The process works as follows: every architectural element modeled in Revit h… --- ## [Issue with Data.ImportEcxel and SetParameterByName](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/issue-with-data-importecxel-and-setparameterbyname/114954)
**Author:** [@ca\_leone](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/ca_leone)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 10:19pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/issue-with-data-importecxel-and-setparameterbyname/114954 "2026-07-19T22:19:31Z")
MenfisCode.dyn (121.3 KB) Hello everyone! I created a Dynamo script to automate filling in type parameters for architectural elements in Revit. The process works as follows: every architectural element modeled in Revit… --- ## [Distributing Dynamo Settings Best Practices](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/distributing-dynamo-settings-best-practices/114871)
**Author:** [@Reed\_Weinstock](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/Reed_Weinstock)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 8:58pm UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/distributing-dynamo-settings-best-practices/114871 "2026-07-16T20:58:08Z")
My IT department is asking about best practices for deploying dynamo settings files so whenever a change is added it gets distributed. How does everyone else’s firm handle this? Do you do CLI script on startup? Manual … --- ## [Nothing at all to do with Dynamo](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/nothing-at-all-to-do-with-dynamo/114851)
**Author:** [@Alien](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/Alien)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 7:57am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/nothing-at-all-to-do-with-dynamo/114851 "2026-06-30T07:57:03Z")
I am melting! How’s everyone in Europe coping? Bring back the cold! --- ## [Place Lighting Fixtures using Dynamo](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/place-lighting-fixtures-using-dynamo/114876)
**Author:** [@deleon.christopher](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/deleon.christopher)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 6:32am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/place-lighting-fixtures-using-dynamo/114876 "2026-06-30T06:32:44Z")
I have one script created using dynamo for extraction of xyz coordinates. Now, I want to know if someone can share a script ready for use regarding “Place Lighting Fixtures using Dynamo”. I have limited time in my work… --- ## [Civilconnection Custom Subassembly not shown](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/civilconnection-custom-subassembly-not-shown/114861)
**Author:** [@Wah](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/Wah)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 12:55am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/civilconnection-custom-subassembly-not-shown/114861 "2026-06-30T00:55:33Z")
I have a dynamo script to convert civil3d corridor to revit model. However all default corridors can be transferred successfully, such as basic link and lanesuperelevatioAOR except custom subassembly (profile barrier). W… --- ## [Hello, I need help please. I want to rotate my geometry to fit the building position, and change the material in revit. I tried this but it's not working yet](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/hello-i-need-help-please-i-want-to-rotate-my-geometry-to-fit-the-building-position-and-change-the-material-in-revit-i-tried-this-but-its-not-working-yet/114813)
**Author:** [@bmsoinfo35](https://forum.dynamobim.com/u/bmsoinfo35)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2026, 9:54am UTC](https://forum.dynamobim.com/t/hello-i-need-help-please-i-want-to-rotate-my-geometry-to-fit-the-building-position-and-change-the-material-in-revit-i-tried-this-but-its-not-working-yet/114813 "2026-06-20T09:54:31Z")
Hello, I need help please. I want to rotate my geometry to fil the building position, and change the material in revit. I tried this but it’s not working yet. 20 JUIN TOITURE EGLISE 1.dyn (769.5 KB) [Next page](https://forum.dynamobim.com/c/uncategorized/1.md?page=1)