Measurement Tool

Four measurement types. One canvas. Every unit a contractor needs.

Most takeoffs come down to four things: area, linear, count, and volume. Measure all four in one tool and keep everything tied to the same estimate.

Why separate tools for each measurement type is a problem

Switching between disconnected measurement tools causes mistakes, re-entry, and slow estimate production.

Area, linear, count, and volume in the same tool — no mode-switching gymnastics
Every measurement is stored as editable geometry, not a static number
Quick Entry panel for when typing is faster than drawing
Measurements organize into work areas as you go, so structure carries into the estimate
Cross-page volume measurements: draw the area on the floor plan, carry the height from the section

How to use the measurement tool

Pick a type and draw

Choose area, linear, count, or volume, then draw directly on the plan. Quantities update while you work so you can validate on the spot.

Area: click corners of a polygon — square footage updates live
Linear: click along a path — running linear feet displayed as you go
Count: click to place each marker — running count tallied
Volume: draw an area polygon, enter height — cubic yards calculated
Undo the last point with one key, cancel the measurement with Escape

Name, assign, and organize

Name and assign each measurement to the right work area so your populated estimate stays organized and readable.

Name each measurement for clarity in the estimate
Assign to a work area (front yard, Level 2, exterior, etc.)
Optional phase assignment for sequenced jobs
Measurements sidebar shows every measurement with its work area
Click to select, rename, or reassign

Edit any time — geometry is stored, not snapshots

Need to revise? Edit measurements directly instead of deleting and redrawing from scratch.

Select any measurement to edit its geometry
Move, add, or delete individual points
Quantity recalculates live on every edit
Rename, reassign work area, or convert area to volume (and back)
Full undo/redo support

Quick Entry — skip the canvas when typing is faster

When quantities are already known, use Quick Entry to add them directly and keep moving.

Type quantity + unit + description directly
Assign to a work area from the panel
Mixed workflow: some drawn, some typed, same sidebar
Works alongside canvas measurements seamlessly

Measurement specifics

Area — SF or SY

Click around a room, patio, lot, or roof. Supports cutouts using dedicated cut tools (line, shape, or circle). Output in square feet or square yards.

Linear — LF

Trace walls, curbs, pipe runs, fencing, or trim. Multi-segment polylines that sum to total linear feet as you draw each segment.

Count — EA

Click each fixture, outlet, door, tree, sprinkler head, or rooftop unit. Running count tallied live. Markers visible on the canvas.

Volume — CY

Draw an area polygon, enter a height. Output in cubic yards. Cross-page support: draw the area on the floor plan, carry the height from the section drawing.

Stored Geometry

Measurements remain editable so you can adjust scope quickly as plans evolve.

Quick Entry Panel

Type measurements directly when you know the numbers. No canvas interaction needed. The panel creates the same measurement records as drawing does.

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