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PlanSwift New Part Button

From within the Templates tab, you can create new parts for use in estimating and takeoff before you need them; you can also export/import them into jobs.

  • To create a new part, select the New Part button;
    • Click the lower half of the button to create: a Sub-Item or to choose Equipment, Labor, Material, Other, or Subcontract Item.

PlanSwift New Part Sub-Item Drop-Down

  • The Form properties window allows you to name your part and set the cost and markup.
  • When finished, click the OK button to continue; you have now created a new part for your use.

PlanSwift Completed New Part Window

  • The Advanced Parts option allows you to enter, set, and update more options.
  • Select the Advanced button to open the Properties window.
    • Padlock - Allows you to lock and unlock the contents of that row. Clicking on the lock toggles the setting.
    • Light bulb - Indicates if the row is visible or not.
    • Yellow Bulb - Row visible.
    • Gray Bulb - Row not visible.
  • When done, click the OK button to continue; you have now created a new part for your use.

Watch a video on how to create a basic Part:

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