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Send to Back - Bring Forward
21h 20m
Am I missing how to do this?
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Separating Count Takeoff
21h 34m
I am doing a count takeoff for doors which are the same type but they are located in different sectors. How do I separate count takeoff to be able...
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Is there a way to quickly test a formula?
23h 37m
Is there a way to quickly test a formula is working correctly? For example, when I build a formula in an item, sometimes there are multiple in...
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Planned
Terminologies and definitions
1d 2h
Does a list of terminologies and definitions exist anywhere? I haven't been able to locate one. After watching videos numerous times, I'm stil...
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Highlighting symbols in a specific view using AI.
1d 17h
Is there a way (for example) for the AI to pick up the symbols on a plan? For example we would be looking for it to find all the WC-1 tags on the ...
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Custom Stamps & Annotation Settings
1d 18h
Good morning. In the past there was an option to create custom stamps. I can't seem to find where this might be. Also is there a way to set de...
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Magnifier
1d 18h
Good morning. Can you change the magnify tool to the legacy one previously used?
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Product Formulas
1d 19h
I have a product list in an item and a formula in the cost each and markup %, when I change the product my formulas disappear, Is there a way rou...
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Can I reference a custom variable name
1d 21h
I made a custom variable with value and name for rebar sizes: When using it in a formula in can use the variable [Rebar Size] to pull the ...
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Possible Share link Bug?
1d 22h
I noticed today that when sharing the project with a link the people you invite can see your Chat support history, is it supposed to work that way...
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Completed
Is there a reason the forum doesn't auto capatalize add punctuation?
2d 2h
i assume it might be intentional so it doesnt break peoples attempts to share formulas etc. and if thats the case i get it. but if not id love for...
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Prevent Variables from deleting if not used in Formula
2d 2h
I use multiple variables not related to the quantity of the item. Need to stop the automatic deletion of my custom variables if it is not used in ...
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Add List of values allowed for Custom Fields dropdown
2d 2h
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GUID (Global Unique IDentifier)
2d 2h
Hello, Does zzTakeoff store a GUID for each takeoff instance? Trying to figure out the best work-flow to send over to Ediphi and know th...
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Floor Joist/Rafters & Beam Tools
2d 2h
What is the timeline to add a joist/rafter tool and a beam tool?
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In Progress
Is there a trash can? I have just lost a weeks hard work 🤬
2d 4h
Is there a trash can anywhere to recover it?
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Multiple Formulas for the Same Item
2d 8h
Could you add a way to have a dropdown menu for multiple formulas in an item. Let's say you are measuring paint in gallons or 5 gallons. Paint is ...
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!Sum()
2d 22h
Is there a function in zzTakeoff that works like !Sum() in Planswift?
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Paning using S,D,F,E,C - Customizing hot keys
4d 15h
How did this not transfer over from PS? Does anyone else think this is important? It makes doing take offs so much easier, with out all the click...
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