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  • Formula Library Lists
    Here is a great video for our Advanced zzTakeoff users. watch this and learn how to reuse standard and custom formulas in zzTakeoff!Few readers
  • "If" "then" Statements with Math.js in zzTakeoff!
    Looking to learn more about advanced formulas with math.js in zzTakeoff NUMERICAL IF THEN STATEMENTS Let’s start with the basic explanation and practice and there are a couple ways to skin the cat. I like this style of expression as it helps be build better formulas.   For this I made a custom property pipe size   which is a dropdown with 6,8 and 12” pipe sizes, It starts like this: ·      if- always small letters outsidFew readers
  • True or False Statements with Math.js in zzTakeoff!
    Looking to learn more about advanced formulas with math.js in zzTakeoff? This is a great video to watch. We learn more about true or false statements by using checkboxes, && and charactersFew readers
  • Some New Math Functions for our Users
    Some New Math Functions that are fun to use: Alt Name: Use the alt name if your item name is going to change. The alt name will give you the ability to keep a constant name regardless of what it is your item name is. if you would like to set an Alt name to refer to click on the top right corner or the property name you would like to connect to and click on the gear and select Alt Name. Then give the property a new name and close. When you use the sibling code ./New Name/Name see beFew readers
  • Using SUM Formulas
    Not only does zzTakeoff allow you to inherit down information for parent properties, but now you can sum up from child items. Watch and see how easy it is in zzTakeoffFew readers
  • IF THEN Statements and More
    A Full explanation of IF THEN Statements NUMERICAL IF THEN STATEMENTS Let’s start with the basic explanation and practice and there are a couple ways to skin the cat. I like this style of expression as it helps be build better formulas.   For this I made a custom property pipe size   which is a dropdown with 6,8 and 12” pipe sizes, It starts like this: ·      if- always small letters outside of any brackets. It starts off with an answer to your formula question. Your questions could be simpFew readers
  • Sum Function
    New Sum Function Now in zztakeoff you can sum certain properties up to the parent item if you like.  If you would like to create or use an existing property, when you are ready turn the property into a formula by clicking on the gear on the right top corner of the property window. Common Formulas  sum('area') this will sum the areas of any child items sum('volume') this will sum the volume, this might return cubic feet, so you may have to keep an eye on thatFew readers
  • Using Text Properties in Formulas
    In zzTakeoff you can now use Text Properties in your formulas. Follow along as disciver how easy it is in zzTakeoff.Few readers
  • Using Math js String Formulas
    Follow along as we dive deeper into some cool math.js formulas. In this video we cover joining two expressions together using the && symbols.Few readers
  • Creating Custom Variables in zzTakeoff
    Watch this video to discover how to create Custom VariablesFew readers
  • Advanced Tutorial in Adding Custom Properties
    This video will walk you through the import task of creating custom variables in zzTakeoffPopular
  • Tutorial on Batch inserting Templates intozzTakeoff with Cost Codes, or any other property you would like to use in your Product List
    Wow, this video can really get your templates into shape, with inserting custom properties into your Product List.Few readers
  • Setting Up Product Lists, Templates and Items in zzTakeoff
    Let's review some useful tutorials on how to effectively build templates for estimating in zzTakeoff. Please note that this is a tutorial for advanced users that intend on build estimating templates. If you are using zzTakeoff for just takeoffs, then this video is for informational purposes onSome readers
  • 3 Ways to Create Labor Calculations in zzTakeoff
    If you are planning on calculating labor in zzTakeoff, please watch this video. It will explain three ways I used to make labor assemblies. We can build a crew with Individual Labor classifications, or use Labor Factors and leverage rates for the crew, or even use a production rate with the number of workers in the crew.Few readers

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