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[Takeoff & Estimation](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/takeoff-estimation) # Takeoff & Estimation How to Articles about PlanHub Takeoff and Estimation tools. ## Getting Started - [How to Use Takeoff: A General Overview](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-use-takeoff-a-general-overview) - [How to start a Takeoff from a project in Planhub](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-start-a-takeoff-from-project-in-planhub) - [PlanHub's Takeoff: Measure Faster with More Accuracy](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/planhubs-takeoff-measure-faster-with-more-accuracy) - [Takeoff Workspace Guide Tips and Tricks](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/takeoff-tips-and-tricks) - [How to Add a Subscription for Takeoff Estimation in Planhub](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-add-a-subscription-for-takeoff-estimation-in-planhub) ## Takeoff Tools & Measurements - [How to Set the Scale in PlanHub Takeoff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-set-the-scale-in-planhub-takeoff) - [How to use Count Tool in TakeOff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/count-tool-in-takeoff) - [How to use Segment Tool in TakeOff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/segment-tool-in-takeoff) - [How to use the Linear Line and Linear Curve Tool in TakeOff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-use-linear-line-and-linear-curve-tool-in-takeoff) - [How to use Area Tool in TakeOff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-use-area-tool-in-takeoff) - [How to use Wall Area Tool in TakeOff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-use-wall-area-tool-in-planhub) - [How to use Slope Area Tool in TakeOff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-use-slope-area-tool-in-takeoff) - [How to use Volume Tools in TakeOff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-use-volume-area-tool-in-takeoff) - [How to use the Slope Linear Tool in TakeOff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-use-the-slope-linear-tool-in-takeoff) - [How to use the Subtract Tool](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-use-the-subtract-tool) - [How to Edit measurements in Takeoff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-edit-measurements-in-takeoff) - [How to use the Takeoff Markup Tools](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-use-the-takeoff-markup-tools) - [Using Legend Markup in Takeoff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/legend-markup-in-takeoff) - [AutoNaming Pages in Takeoff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/takeoff-autonaming) - [Takeoff | Page Navigation and Editing Guide](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/takeoff-page-navigation-and-editing-guide) - [How to Enter Full Screen Mode in TakeOff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-enter-full-screen-mode-in-takeoff) - [Takeoff - How to Ensure Your Measurement Properties Box Always Shows](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/takeoff-how-to-ensure-your-measurement-properties-box-always-shows) See less ▼ ## Trade-Specific Takeoffs - [Cabinets and Countertops - A Takeoff Quick How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/cabinets-and-countertops-a-takeoff-quick-how-to) - [Low Voltage - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/low-voltage-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Signage - A Quick TakeOff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/signage-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Landscaping - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/landscaping-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Windows and Doors - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/windows-and-doors-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Drywall - A Quick TakeOff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/drywall-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Concrete - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/concrete-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Light Gauge Metal Framing - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/light-gauge-metal-framing-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [HVAC - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/hvac-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Paint - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/paint-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Insulation - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/insulation-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Plumbing - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/plumbing-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Electrical  - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/fast-and-affective-takeoff-for-electrical-power) - [Fencing - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/a-quick-takeoff-how-to-fencing) - [Flooring - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/flooring-a-quick-takeoff-how-to) - [Roofing - A Quick Takeoff How To](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/roofing-a-quick-takeoff-how-to-0) See less ▼ ## Estimating - [Estimation Overview](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/estimation-overview) - [Estimation | Cost Items](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/estimation-cost-items) - [Estimation | Unit Cost](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/estimation-unit-cost) - [Estimation - How to manually add a Cost Item](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/estimation-how-to-manually-add-a-cost-item) - [How to Duplicate Cost Items in an Estimate](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-duplicate-cost-items-in-an-estimate) - [Estimation - Searching and Duplicating Cost Items to the Cost Item Library](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/estimation-how-to-add-cost-item-to-library-and-duplicate) - [Estimation | How to Create an Assembly](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/estimation-how-to-create-an-assembly) - [How to Upload Assemblies from Excel into Estimation](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/uploading-assemblies-from-excel) - [Estimation - Organizing your estimate sheets](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/estimation-add-and-rename-an-estimate) - [Estimation - Exclude/Include Cost Items and Estimates from Project Totals](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/estimation-exclude/include-cost-items-and-estimates-from-project-totals-) - [Estimation - Filter/Search Cost Item Columns](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/estimation-filter/search-cost-item-columns) - [Estimation - Exporting a Measurement from TakeOff to Estimation](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/send-a-measurement-from-takeoff-to-estimation) - [How to create a Bid from an Estimate](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/how-to-create) - [Does planHub's Estimation software create the estimate for you?](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/does-planhubs-estimation-software-create-the-estimate-for-you) See less ▼ ## Managing & Sharing Your Work - [How to save measurements to a folder in the Takeoff Library](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/-how-to-save-measurements-to-a-folder-in-the-takeoff-library) - [Share Your Projects, Reports, and Estimates in Takeoff](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/share-takeoff-projects) - [Exporting Project Measurements from Takeoff into a Spreadsheet](https://knowledgebase.planhub.com/knowledge/exporting-project-measurements-from-takeoff) - 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