Specifying takeoff quantities

Each time you calculate or enter a quantity, Sage Estimating (SQL) adds a pass and increments the number of passes at the bottom of the variable pane.

  • In the variable pane, enter a value for each variable and click An image showing the Add Pass button to calculate the quantities for all items with formulas.
  • In the takeoff grid, enter a value in each Quantity cell. You can select one or more cells and choose a command from the shortcut menu to obtain quantities using the calculatorePlan Takeoff, or a formula.

Tips:  

  • You can change the variables and calculate another pass for the same batch of items.
  • Click An image showing the Undo Pass button to undo the previous pass. Each click subtracts one more pass until all quantities reach zero.
  • After generating items to the estimate, you can change takeoff quantities in the spreadsheet and Detail window.
  • The shortcut menu offers commands to help you specify quantities.