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Estimating

Modified: 10 May 2026 Viewpoint Estimating Estimating Help

This section describes how you can create estimates by performing takeoffs right from your plans. You can trace your plans using a stylus pen and digitizer board or import digital plans using your mouse. Either way, you'll generate accurate measurements and quantities.

Note: If you have a license for Standalone Takeoff, you will only be able to access the Sheets, Takeoff, Shape Recognition, and NotePad tabs in the Manage Estimates screen. Furthermore, some functions and features in the Takeoff, Shape Recognition, and NotePad tabs may be disabled.
This section separates estimating and bidding tasks:
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