Family Category and Parameters

The Family Category and Parameters tool assigns the properties of a predefined family category to the component you are creating. The tool is only available within the Family Editor. If the Always Vertical parameter is selected, this means the family always appears vertical at 90 degrees, even if it is on a sloping host, such as a floor.

1. In the Family Editor, click Model tab (or Modify tab)Properties panel (Family Category and Parameters).
2. From the dialog, select a family category whose properties you want to import into the current family.
3. Specify the family parameters.
   NoteFamily parameter options vary depending on family category.
4. Click OK.