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10 - Step-by-Step: Paracore REPL

Practice interactive C# exploration and action chains in the Revit environment.

1. Preparation​

  1. In Revit, Select at least one element (e.g., a Wall or Room) in the active view.

2. Using the Single-Line REPL​

  1. In Paracore, navigate to the Console tab.
  2. If the workshop is open, click the Collapse button.
  3. Click the REPL input bar.
  4. Type Selection[0].Id and press Enter to execute.
  5. Use the Up/Down arrow keys to cycle through your command history.

3. Using the Multi-Line Workshop​

  1. Click the Expand button on the right to open the multi-line Workshop.
  2. Type: 
    var walls = GetElements<Wall>();
    Println($"Found {walls.Count} walls");
  3. Press CTRL + ENTER to execute.
  4. Click Collapse and type walls.Count in the single-line REPL to verify persistent state.

4. Extension Method Power​

  1. Action Chains: In the REPL, type: GetElements<Room>().Table().Select().Zoom();
  2. Batch Actions: Type GetElements<Wall>().Hide(); and observe Revit.

5. Saving Snippets​

  1. Click the Save or Save As icons in the Workshop header.
  2. Name your snippet and save it as a .cs file.

Congratulations! You've finished the Fundamentals series.