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Performing quick takeoff

Quick takeoff overview

Using the Detail window to change item details

Calculating takeoff quantities automatically during Quick takeoff

Quick Takeoff window

Quick Takeoff command

Note: Quick Takeoff is available only when a standard database is open.

Use this command to perform takeoff directly from the spreadsheet.

On the ribbon, from the Takeoff group on the Takeoff tab, click Quick.

Quick takeoff is the fastest and easiest way to add items to an estimate. You can see the results immediately after choosing from the list of standard database items.

Tips:  

  • Using the Takeoff Order sequence makes it easier to find the items when you are entering quantities in the spreadsheet.

  • Enter Dimensions on the shortcut menu gives you the option of specifying takeoff quantities before or after sending items to the spreadsheet.

    Shortcut menus provide access to commands that you may need to accomplish a particular task.

    To open a shortcut menu, point to something in a Sage Estimating (SQL) window, and then right-click it. The available commands vary based on where you are pointing.