Bid-Tool Interface
Q: How do I configure Bid Tool to interface with eTakeoff?
A: Call Bid Tool at (888) 506-7613 and ask for support. Tell them you would like your drawing viewer preference changed to use eTakeoff.
Q: How do I view Bid Tool plans in eTakeoff?
A: First you must have Bid Tool set your drawing viewer preference as described in the previous question. Then do the following:
- From the list of projects, click on the “PLANS Available” button for the desired project.
- Make sure “Open Plans/Specs with Etakeoff” is selected.
- Click on the plan you wish to view first.
- eTakeoff will start automatically and display the selected plan.
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Q: How can I view different plans without going back to the Bid Tool plan page?
A: eTakeoff keeps a list of all the plans in the project. To view another plan, do the following: )
- Note that the name of the current plan is displayed in the Project Toolbar.
- Press the down-arrow button to the right of the name to display a list of the other plans.
- If needed, you can drag the edge of the last to make it larger or smaller.
- Click on the plan you wish to view.
- eTakeoff will download the plan (if necessary) and display it.
Q: How do I create an eTakeoff project for a Bid Tool project?
A: First you must view one of the plans for the project as described above. Then do the following:
- Select “File/Save” from the main menu (or press the “Save” button on the main toolbar).
- The “New Project Information” window will be displayed.
- Press the “Browse” button to create a new folder for the project.
- Complete the other project information and press the “Next” button.
- The Drawing Information window will be displayed. You can put the drawing directly in the project folder or in a sub-folder within the project folder.
Note: If you check the box to automatically save all project files, any files you view from the internet will automatically become part of the project and be saved in the project folder or a sub-folder.
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