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Never read an out-of-date drawing again: QR code in Revit title blocks

Updated: Oct 2

On construction sites and in factories, drawings still rule. They get printed, pinned up, and used to guide work every day. But there’s always a risk: is the drawing in your hand the latest version, or has it already been superseded? One out-of-date print can cause costly mistakes and delays.


At Digital by Design, we’ve tackled this challenge head-on. Our new Revit plugin embeds QR codes directly into drawing title blocks, linked to Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC). With a simple scan, anyone can check if the drawing they are holding is current.


How It Works

  • Native to Revit: Each time you issue a drawing, the plugin places a unique QR code in the title block.

  • Simple scan: Any phone camera can read the QR code. No extra software or apps are needed.

  • Live check: The QR code links to ACC and displays the drawing’s status on a webpage.


Red or Green – No Ambiguity

The webpage shows a clear status:

  • Green = Current: The drawing is up to date and safe to use.

  • Red = Out of Date: A newer version exists in ACC, and this drawing should not be used.


For teams on site and in factories, the clarity is instant and unmissable.


Why This Matters for Clients

  • Eliminate errors – Out-of-date drawings can’t slip through unnoticed.

  • Faster decisions – Teams check status in seconds without hunting for files.

  • No training needed – If you can use a phone camera, you can use the system.

  • Seamless integration – Links directly to Autodesk Construction Cloud, keeping everything tied to your single source of truth.


From Basement to Site-Ready

This plugin was coded, tested, and refined by our digital team (yes, fuelled by pizza and late nights). Now it’s ready for real-world use, not just in design offices, but on the ground in factories and on live construction sites.


It’s a small digital tool with a big impact: ensuring every drawing tells the truth about whether it should be used.


At Digital by Design, we don’t just draw buildings. We design the digital tools that keep them accurate, buildable, and safe.



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