To Attach a Local .BIM file as Reference
- Open the Attach iModel as Reference dialog ( ).
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In the
Add drop-down click on .BIM file.
The File Open dialog opens where you can navigate to your desired .BIM file. - Slect the .BIM file and click Open. All the models available in the .BIM file are displayed in the Attach iModel as Reference dialog.
- Select the desired models to attach as reference by clicking in the checkbox against each model.
- Select Apply. The models are attached as reference in the DGN and you will see the attach icon (paper clip icon) in the Status column for the models that are attached.