MLabs BIM Productivity Add-in

Viewer to BIM Model Converter

Seamlessly download cloud-hosted 3D SVF models, convert them directly into lightweight .GLB format, and import them as native BIM DirectShape elements into your project.

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✔ Supports Revit 2025 and later
✔ Multi-threaded SVF Downloader
✔ Direct GLB to BIM Geometry

See It In Action

Watch the quick introduction tutorial demonstrating how to download cloud share models and convert them directly into Revit elements.

Key Capabilities & Features

Everything you need to retrieve, translate, and place 3D viewer assets back into your model.

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Cloud Share Downloader

Paste any public viewer share link. The multi-threaded engine downloads the complete SVF hierarchy with maximum speed and concurrency.

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Local SVF to GLB Conversion

Compile extracted SVF folders into modern, standalone binary 3D .GLB models offline, preserving mesh geometry, textures, and UV coordinates.

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Direct BIM Geometry Import

One-click direct import of converted 3D GLB assets into your active document as native Generic Model DirectShape elements.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps to install, activate, and use the plugin.

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Installation (Revit 2025 and Later)

  • Download the setup package from the button below.
  • Make sure Revit is closed before proceeding with installation.
  • Run the installer (ViewerToRevit.msi) and complete the setup wizard.
  • Start Revit (version 2025 or newer). A ribbon tab named MLabs-Extra will appear with the Model Importer panel.

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License Activation

  • Under the MLabs-Extra ribbon tab, click the License button.
  • Paste your purchased license key or request an instant trial.
  • Click Activate. All plugin features will be immediately unlocked.

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Download & Convert from Cloud Share Link

  • Click Download & Convert in the ribbon panel.
  • In the Online Share URL input, paste your model share link (e.g. https://.../shares/...).
  • Choose your local destination directory by clicking Browse.
  • Leave Auto-convert to .GLB upon completion checked and select download threads (default: 8).
  • Click Start Download. The tool downloads all geometry fragments and assembles the .glb file automatically.

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Convert Existing Local SVF Packages

  • If you already have extracted SVF files on disk, click Convert SVF to GLB.
  • Browse to and pick the directory containing your .svf files.
  • The tool instantly converts the SVF hierarchy into a standalone .glb model.

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Import Model into Active Revit Document

  • Open your project or family file in Revit.
  • Click Import to Revit (or choose Import to Revit Now directly inside the download dialog).
  • Select the .glb file. The model is imported directly as Generic Model DirectShape elements.

Get Started with Viewer to BIM

Download the official installer package. Built specifically for Revit 2025 and later versions.

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Format: Windows Installer (.msi) | Compatible with Revit 2025 and later | Windows 10 & 11 (64-bit)

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions regarding compatibility and usage.

This add-in supports Revit 2025 and later (including 2025, 2026, 2027+) running on 64-bit Windows 10 and Windows 11. It leverages the latest .NET 8 / .NET 10 runtimes for high-speed conversion.

Yes! Use the Convert SVF to GLB button to select any local folder containing SVF assets. No active internet connection is needed for local conversion once your license is cached.

Imported 3D objects are placed as native DirectShape elements categorized under Generic Models. This ensures clean cross-sectional display and smooth rendering performance in your project views.

The downloader accepts public cloud 3D viewer share URLs matching https://<domain>/shares/<shareId> or https://<domain>/g/shares/<shareId>.

⚠️ Legal Disclaimer & Terms of Service (ToS)

1. User Sole Responsibility: This software is provided exclusively as a technical file format translation and model management workflow utility. Users are strictly and solely responsible for verifying and ensuring they have the legal right, ownership, intellectual property permissions, and authorization to access, download, convert, extract, or import any model, link, or digital asset processed with this software.

2. Compliance with Third-Party Terms: You agree to use this tool in complete compliance with all applicable local, national, and international laws, intellectual property rights, and terms of service of any third-party hosting, viewing, or cloud platforms. The software developers neither host, distribute, nor claim ownership of any third-party content accessed by users.

3. Independent Third-Party Tool: This add-in is an independently developed solution created by MLabs. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or associated with any third-party CAD or BIM software vendor, corporation, or platform provider. All product names, logos, and brands mentioned are trademarks of their respective owners.

4. Provided “As-Is” Without Warranty: The software is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind, express or implied. Under no circumstances shall the author or MLabs be liable for any claims, damages, data loss, downtime, or legal liability arising from the use or misuse of this software. By downloading, installing, or executing this plugin, you explicitly acknowledge and accept these terms.