The file types
- Spec section. The specification or the Project Manual.
- Plan sheet. A drawing.
- Addendum. A change the design team issued during bidding.
- Project data. Facts about the project.
- Prior takeoff. An On-Screen Takeoff file or a finished takeoff workbook.
- Packet zip. A zip file from the plan room.
- Unclassified. A file it could not place.
What to check
- A spec is in the list. With no spec, the takeoff reads scope from the drawings only and the job is held.
- The plan sheets are in the list.
- Every addendum you received is in the list.
- Unclassified files are ones you meant to include.
If a file is missing
Add it to the packet before you select Run takeoff. A takeoff is only as complete as the packet.
Getting started · Updated 11 Nov 2026