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Find the most frequently asked questions about our App here.
Where can I find the BIM&CO plugin?
Our App can be downloaded from this page.
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When I install the BIM&CO plugin, why does the error message "Cannot expand pf64 constant on this version of Windows" appear?
error app 32 bit This message appears if your version of Windows doesn't support our plugin installation program. Our software is only compatible with 64-bit versions of Windows 7, 8 and 10.
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After installing your plugin, the “Always Load” message appears when opening Revit – is this normal?
This message appears when opening Revit after you have installed the BIM&CO plugin. This is perfectly normal; it’s an Autodesk security message that appears just to make sure that the Revit add-on you have downloaded is safe. Click on “Always Load” to stop this message showing when opening the program. Click “Load Once” if you want to approve and enable the plugin each time you open Revit. Or, click “Don’t Load” if you don’t want to load the plugin. Please be aware that the BIM&CO plugin is safe
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What does the ___ button do?
What does the plugin do? The plugin allows you to connect your objects to our OPMS (the standard properties management and product intelligence system on the BIM&CO platform) and to save time by preventing you from re-entering property details. You also have access to automatic translations of BIM&CO properties, access to our SDL, the ability to find an object in one click on BIM&CO, and many other thing
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How does the plugin work?
Our plugin works with various professional software applications. We have made every effort to make it available on as many different programs as possible, so as to diversify and develop our product range. We invite you to come back to this page to find out more, and to look at all the FAQs for this product.
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What do the .obj files do?
An .obj file is a file created by certain modelling programs such as Archicad, 3DSMax, Rhinoceros, Inventor and many others. Other applications may also be configured to work with Revit to allow .obj files to be exported. These files allow a model to be generated in our platform’s viewer, simply by uploading this file during stage 4 of the BIM object editing process.  by clicking the “Download data ” button. Next, all you have to do is choose the object that includes the properties you wish to import, and to effect a smart download. This option lets you choose the p
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Is your plugin compatible with Apple Mac?
At the moment, our plugin doesn't work on Mac OS. However, if you want to be one of the first users to try the plugin for Mac OS when it does release, please don't hesitate to contact us at app@bimandco.com.
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What should I do if an error message appears when starting Revit?
If the error message is from the BIM&CO plugin, we advise that you close Revit and restart it. If the problem persists, restart your computer. If this doesn’t work, uninstall the BIM&CO plugin and reinstall it by going to this link. If the error message continues to show, our support teams are on hand to help you solve the problem, either through the BIM&CO online chat function, or by contacting us at [this link](https://www.bimandco.com/en/cont
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How do I add a file to the viewer?
In the fifth step of the object editor setup process, you will find the option to “Manage your models”. You can choose between 3D and 2D files by dragging and dropping them here at this stage. You can drag your .obj files into the viewer and they will appear. This will work even if your .obj files are in a .zip file. Be aware that our platform will automatically open and display .rfa files in the viewer by default.  Map the object properties with OPMS (BIM&CO’s smart properties management system) 