What tool is used to modify roof slope independently of the defined slope dialogue?

The Slope Arrow tool is specifically designed to alter the slope of a roof element in Revit independently from the settings defined in the slope dialog. This tool allows users to establish a specific slope direction and degree of pitch, thereby providing greater flexibility in adjusting individual roof sections without impacting the overall roof settings.

This capability is particularly useful when dealing with architectural designs that require unique slope configurations for aesthetic or functional purposes. The Slope Arrow can be placed on existing roof surfaces to indicate specific areas where the slope should change, allowing designers to customize the roof profile to meet design intentions effectively.

Other tools, while related to roof design, do not provide this independent modifying capability in the same way. For example, the Edge Tool modifies the boundaries of roof edges, while the Roof Slope Modifier tool allows adjustments within defined slopes but does not create new slope definitions independently like the Slope Arrow. The Footprint Tool is primarily used for creating the basic shape of the roof but does not independently modify slope. Thus, the Slope Arrow stands out as the correct choice for achieving targeted slope adjustments in Revit.