Using Linked Files and Parts to facilitate Material Option Studies

In the past, having multiple instances of a Linked RVT was quite problematic if you wanted to apply different materials to each instance.  Parts have mostly solved that problem (thanks to Steve for reminding us).

Here is a quick how-to:

1. Place a Wall with multiple layers into one RVT file
2. Link that into another RVT (the host)
3. Make 3 copies of the linked RVT in the host project
4. Tab select a Wall that resides in one of the links while working in the host file
5. Click Divide Parts
6. Select one layer of the wall (the Part)
7. In Properties Palette, untick Material by Original
8. Set Material as desired using Properties
9. Rinse and repeat steps 4 to 9 for each layer / material option you want to explore