Jotools helps declutter your screen and organize your project browser:
Jotools has historically been available through the and often offers a free version with basic utilities or a reasonably priced "Pro" version for the full suite. It is compatible with recent versions of Revit (2018–2024+).
The hallmark of JOTools is its instant access menu. With a single keyboard shortcut (usually a hotkey or middle mouse click), a menu explodes from your cursor.
If you need to create actual text notes while using JOTools for management, you still use Revit's native annotation tools: jotools revit
Free forward compatibility updates for future Revit iterations
Using tools like JOTools transforms the Revit experience from manual "clicking" to high-level "designing" by addressing three critical areas: Time Efficiency:
| Tool | JOTools | pyRevit | DiRoots | Ideate Software | |---|---|---|---|---| | | Perpetual (one-time payment) | Free (open source) | Freemium / subscription | Subscription (enterprise) | | Best For | Selective standards transfer, advanced filtering, renumbering | Python scripting and full workflow customization | Excel integration, sheet generation, data management | BIM auditing and data management at scale | | Learning Curve | Low—intuitive UI, no scripting required | High—requires Python knowledge | Low—Excel-like interface | Medium—feature-rich but enterprise focused | | Price Point | $10–$50 one-time | $0 | Free for basic, paid for advanced | Enterprise pricing | | Standalone vs. Suite | Independent tools | Mega-suite of tools | Suite | Suite | Jotools helps declutter your screen and organize your
The most powerful use case for JOTools Revit is Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC).
When you integrate JOTools into Revit, your team stops acting as data entry clerks and starts acting as designers.
The popularity of JOTools among BIM specialists and architects stems from its practical, "no-nonsense" approach to software development. With a single keyboard shortcut (usually a hotkey
Moving specific sheets, views, and templates between models. Rapidly renumbering doors, rooms, and components. FilterMore Advanced element selection and filtering. WorksetCreator Bulk creation and management of project worksets.
This comprehensive guide covers : what the individual tools do, how to install them, pricing models, real-world workflows, and whether they’re worth adding to your daily Revit routine.