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    When I export our revit model to dxf, the file size becomes enormous (35Mb Revit file turns into 848Mb dxf file). Is this normal?

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    Default Re: export to dxf

    Sounds way over the top to me.
    I usually export to R2000 dwg and the file sizes seem comparable to Revit and are often less.
    Try a dwg export to compare.

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    I believe that you export what you see so a hidden line plan results in a smaller file, a wireframe 3D view gives a larger file. Even so your files seem oversize as they ought to be only lines and circles and maybe a little text.

    Try exporting via a sheet view.

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    Default Re: export to dxf

    Thanks beegee and PeterJ. I tried exporting the 3D model to dwg and the file size was much smaller. It's still bigger than the revit file, but at least it's manageable.

    Thanks again

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