Step 3--Set Specifications
The Specifications list
is a 'checklist' of about 1000 construction items, arranged by categories. It controls
exactly which items will be used in the project.
To use the Specifications list:
Enter specs directly into the MacNail construction estimating software
OR
Import them from one of the Hyper*Estimators. If you do use one of the Hyper*Estimators, check through
the project specifications list. Most projects include at least some unusual details that should
be entered as new line items, directly into the MacNail construction estimator software.
To go to the Specifications list:
1. Choose *Specifications from the MacNail menu.
2. The worksheet will recalculate all formulas as soon as Specifications appears (unless you haven't made major
changes in the Dimensions since the last 'Calculate Now'). Recalculating all formulas will take between
ten seconds and one minute, depending on the speed of your computer.
You can scroll down through the specifications list and enter those items that will actually be used
on this job.
HINT: You can create your own custom estimators that will automatically include the
construction items you normally use (see page 144). Use them as a 'blank form' so you won't have
to do as much setup work on each job.
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