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How can I verify the height or accuracy of a takeoff?

Check the drawing scale against known dimensions and verify wall heights in Properties.

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Check the drawing scale

  1. Open the sheet and choose a known dimension printed on the drawing.

  2. Click Check and select both ends of that dimension.

  3. Compare the measured distance with the printed value.

  4. Confirm only when they match. The scale chip and sheet ruler turn green.

If they do not match, correct the scale before continuing. Check other relevant dimensions too, particularly when a sheet includes details at different scales.

Verify wall height

Select the linear measurement to open Properties. Choose Wall and check Wall height against the building sections or notes, using the units shown in the field. Click Done after adjusting it.

A correct drawing scale does not by itself verify an entered wall height, traced boundary, or count. Review those against the plans as well.

Adjust a traced measurement

Click an existing measurement to select it. Drag its adjustment handles to correct the outline or endpoints. Then review the quantity again.

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