Build & Manage your Library
Best practices on building out and managing your content
33 articles
Uploading & Syncing Content
How to Upload and Sync Content into Pirros
How to set up a container file for typical detailsWalk through how to set up a container file for typical details and how to convert project-specific details into standardized typicals.
How to Convert a Project Detail into a Typical Detail in PirrosConverting a project detail into a typical detail is an essential step toward building a strong, standardized library your firm can reuse across projects. The process ensures your most valuable…
Understanding How Syncing Works in PirrosSyncing ensures that details and their associated views in Revit stay updated in Pirros.
Understanding Pirros ID: How Uploading, Syncing & Versioning WorkThis article explains what a Pirros ID is, how Pirros tracks unique details vs updating existing ones, and what happens when you sync or re-upload files.
Uploading RFA Files to the Families ModuleThis guide walks you through the steps of uploading RFA files into the Families page and configuring the Thumbnail Preview settings to determine how your families will appear in Pirros.
Uploading RVT Models Containing FamiliesPirros allows you to upload RVT models and automatically extract all included families. This guide walks you through the correct Settings configuration, Thumbnail Previews and Upload Settings, as well as…
Troubleshooting Upload ErrorsWhen uploading Revit files to Pirros, you may encounter error messages.
This guide explains each error and how to resolve it.
Understanding the Container Model: Your Single Source of TruthWhat a container model is, why it matters, and the critical rule: always download from Pirros before editing.
Uploading Projects and Source FilesHow to upload Revit models and source files — from your desktop or directly from ACC.
Updating an Existing Family on PirrosHow to replace or version a family without creating duplicates.
Working with CAD (DWG) Files in PirrosUpload and manage AutoCAD details — supported formats, limitations, and best practices.
Update Existing Details in PirrosEdit a detail in Revit and sync the updated version back to Pirros.
Organizing Your Library
Best practices on organizing your content
Best Practices for Setting Up Your Detail LibraryExpert tips from Pirros Specialists who’ve helped thousands of architecture and engineering firms set up their detail libraries the right way.
Create Project FiltersThis article is a guide for admins to create and apply project filters.
Import / Export in the Management TabThe Import / Export tool (under the Management tab) lets you export your Pirros library to an Excel file, make bulk edits like tagging, notes, and Project Filters and then…
Create WorkspacesHow to create workspaces for different disciplines within your Firm
Create Firm StashesWith Firm Stashes, your team gets access to pre-organized detail sets perfect for repeatable work, consistent standards and faster delivery.
Detail and Family Associations
Creating Custom Search ViewsThis article guides users through creating custom view buckets and adding them under the search bar.
Import Detail Tags from an Excel File
Active vs. Completed ProjectsLearn how Pirros organizes your projects into Active and Completed states, and what triggers each.
Integrations & Configuration
Setting up your Pirros Integrations
Integrate with your Autodesk Construction Cloud AccountInstall Pirros App to your Admin ACC account
Configure your Revit Template ModelOrganize Pirros Details Under "PirrosImports" in the Project Browser of a Revit Model
How do I update models in Pirros when changes occur in BIM 360?
Adoption & Analytics
Adoption & Analytics
Driving Adoption: Getting Your Team to Use PirrosProven strategies for getting your firm to stop digging through old projects and start using Pirros.
Using Analytics to Manage Your LibraryUse download data and suggestions to identify which project details should become firm standards.
Managing Your Detail Library Over TimeHow to vet, retire, and maintain your library as your firm's standards evolve.
Troubleshooting: Upload & Processing
Troubleshooting: Upload & Processing
Supported File Formats and Size LimitsWhich file types Pirros accepts and the maximum file sizes for uploads.
Upload Failed: What the Error Messages MeanA reference guide to every upload error message and how to resolve each one.
Upload Button Disabled for Large FilesWhy the upload button greys out for large files and how to work around it.
Slow Upload Speeds: Causes and SolutionsCommon reasons uploads take longer than expected and what you can do about it.