There are several methods for quickly running Tag All for several views in Revit at the same time, from manual to automated. Check out all these below and see what works best for you.

If you only want an automated, most efficient solution, simply scroll to the end!

The Challenge with Revit’s ‘Tag All’ Command

Revit’s ‘Tag All’ feature is designed to streamline annotation placement. However, it has a critical limitation: it can only be applied to one view at a time. For those of us handling extensive projects with numerous views and sheets, this restriction results in tedious and repetitive work, ultimately reducing efficiency.

Manual Methods

Since Revit does not currently support batch tagging across multiple views, we as a community have devised alternative methods to bridge this gap. Some common approaches include:

1. Running ‘Tag All’ Repeatedly for Each Revit View

This one is no secret! Since Revit does not allow tagging multiple views at once, some of us have to manually run the ‘Tag All’ command for every view. This repetitive process is not only time-consuming but also frustrating for larger projects.

2. Utilizing Keyboard Shortcuts for Faster Tagging

To make the process somewhat more efficient, some users assign keyboard shortcuts to the ‘Tag All’ command. While this speeds things up slightly, the underlying limitation remains: each view still needs to be tagged individually.

To try this method out, here’s how you can assign the Tag All command a “TA” keyboard shortcut:

Once that’s set, whenever you are in a Revit view, just press “TA” and the Tag All window will appear. Keep switching to other views and repeating the shortcut on each one will save some time compared to activating the command from the Revit ribbon. This is still highly manual though, so let’s see the next option.

3. Copying and Pasting Tags Between Revit Views

Some users opt to copy tags from one view and paste them into another. This works well if the views are showing the same elements in the same positions. The steps to take are:

• Run Tag All on a view and select tags you want to copy
• Press Ctrl+C or click the Copy button on the Revit ribbon’s Modify tag
• Switch to another view that shows the same elements
• Click Paste Aligned to Current View on the ribbon

You can also do Paste Aligned to Selected Views to copy selected tags to multiple views at once. However, this method is far from perfect due to:

• Limited Use Cases – The source and destination views have to show the same elements you want to tag
• Misalignment Issues – Pasted tags may not be positioned correctly.
• Partial Tagging – Some elements may not transfer correctly to the new view.
• Manual Adjustments – Tags often need repositioning, adding more time to the process.

4. Using View Templates to Standardize Tagging

While view templates help maintain consistent tag placement across views, they don’t eliminate the need for manual tagging. Users still have to apply tags one view at a time.

The Downsides of These Workarounds

These manual solutions, while helpful, come with major drawbacks:

• Time-Intensive – Repetitive tagging across multiple views slows down project timelines.
• Inconsistencies in Tag Placement – Copy-pasting can lead to errors.
• Excessive Effort Required – Projects with multiple views demand more manual input.
• Reduced Productivity – Professionals waste valuable time that could be used for more critical tasks.

If you think that in the age of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, there has to be a better way, then you’re correct!

Meet Tagitize: The Smart Way to Tag Views in Revit

To address these inefficiencies, Tagitize offers a revolutionary solution: it allows you to tag multiple views and sheets simultaneously, eliminating the need for redundant manual work. The video below shows how we can tag a handful of Revit views in one command. Image running the app for hundreds of sheets on your next project submission to further magnify the time saved!

You can also import view sets or sheet sets to avoid having the manually add each view to the list. This guide has full details on this workflow.

Even better, Tagitize allows checking all placed tags in each view for overlaps, whether to other tags or other Revit objects. You can then use some handle commands to automatically move these tags to more optimal positions:

How Tagitize Improves Your Workflow

• ✅ Tag Multiple Views at Once – No need to repeat the process manually for each view.
• ✅ Consistent Tag Placement – Reduces misalignment and ensures accuracy.
• ✅ Batch Processing – Tag multiple sheets and views in one action.
• ✅ Minimized Human Error – Less chance of missing important elements.
• ✅ Improved Efficiency – Free up time for higher-value design and planning work.

Which Solution is Ideal for Tagging Revit Views

There will always be workarounds in Revit to overcome some of its limitations. When it comes to running Tag All for multiple views, however, none of the workaround really addresses the core issue or offers any substantial time-saving.

Luckily, Tagitize eliminates the inefficiencies of Revit’s built-in ‘Tag All’ function completely, providing a streamlined approach that enhances documentation efficiency. This tool is a game-changer for architects, engineers, and BIM professionals looking to optimize their workflows and reduce manual labor in producing documentation drawings from Revit.

If you’re tired of the repetitive nature of Revit’s ‘Tag All’ command, Tagitize is the breakthrough solution you need.

🚀 Use Tagitize to simplify your tagging process across multiple views and sheets!