Set Up Dynamo Player in Forma
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To use Dynamo with Forma, you have two options: cloud-based Dynamo as a Service (DaaS), or desktop Dynamo. Each has its benefits depending on what you want to do, so before you get started, consider which option best serves your needs. However, keep in mind that you can switch between these options at any time.
Dynamo as a Service and Dynamo Desktop comparison
Easy setup
Multi-step installation process
No need to install Dynamo or have it open
Have to have Dynamo open
Does not recognize a graph that's already open in Dynamo
Open a graph in Player that's open in Dynamo with one button click
Can't use Python
Can use Python
Can only use sanctioned packages
Can use any package
On this page, we'll explain how to set up both options.
Dynamo in Forma Beta is currently available as an early access open beta, which means that features and the user interface may change frequently.
First, let's install Dynamo Player in Forma.
In your Forma site, go to Extensions in the left sidebar and click Add extension. This opens the Autodesk App Store.
Search for Dynamo, and add Dynamo Player Beta. Read the disclaimer and click Agree.
Now, Dynamo Player is available in your Extensions. Click it to open it.
You are now ready to use Dynamo Player!
To use Dynamo Desktop, you’ll need Dynamo, either as a stand-alone Sandbox or connected to Revit or Civil 3D. You'll also need the DynamoFormaBeta package.
Follow these directions to set up Dynamo in Revit and the DynamoFormaBeta package.
Make sure you have Revit 2024.1 or higher installed.
Open Dynamo from Revit by going to Manage > Dynamo.
In Dynamo, install the DynamoFormaBeta package. Go to Packages > Package Manager, then search for DynamoFormaBeta.
If you have Revit 2024, install the DynamoFormaBeta for 2.x package.
If you have Revit 2025, install the DynamoFormaBeta package.
Follow these directions to set up Dynamo in Civil 3D and the DynamoFormaBeta package.
Make sure you have Civil 3D 2024.1 or higher installed.
Open Dynamo from Civil 3D by going to Manage > Dynamo.
In Dynamo, install the DynamoFormaBeta package. Go to Packages > Package Manager, then search for DynamoFormaBeta.
If you have Civil 3D 2024, install the DynamoFormaBeta for 2.x package.
If you have Civil 3D 2025, install the DynamoFormaBeta package.
Follow these directions to install Dynamo Sandbox and the DynamoFormaBeta package.
Download Dynamo 2.18.0 or higher from Dynamo builds. For the best experience, choose the latest of the most stable versions, listed at the top.
The Daily versions are development versions and may include incomplete or in-progress features.
Extract Dynamo using 7zip to a folder of your choice.
Run DynamoSandbox.exe from the Dynamo install folder.
In Dynamo, install the DynamoFormaBeta package. Go to Packages > Package Manager, then search for DynamoFormaBeta.
If you have Dynamo 2.x, install the DynamoFormaBeta for 2.x package.
If you have Dynamo 3.x, install the DynamoFormaBeta package.
Once Dynamo is installed, you are ready to use it with Forma. When running the desktop option of Dynamo in Forma, you’ll need to have Dynamo open to be able to use the Dynamo Player extension.
First, let's install Dynamo Player in Forma.
In your Forma site, go to Extensions in the left sidebar and click Add extension. This opens the Autodesk App Store.
Search for Dynamo, and add Dynamo Player Beta. Read the disclaimer and click Agree.
Now, Dynamo Player is available in your Extensions. Click it to open it.
Near the top, click Desktop to access Dynamo Desktop.
You are now ready to use Dynamo Player! If you already have a graph open in Dynamo, just click Open under Connected graph to view it in Player.
