Use a Linear Takeoff to measure lengths such as walls, framing members, or other linear elements.

Before you begin

• The job must be open in the Takeoff workspace.
• Sheet scale must be set accurately.
• Appropriate Linear Key Measures must be configured.

Perform a linear takeoff

1. 1. In the Takeoff panel, select the appropriate Key Measure. This will open the Measurement Properties dialog.
   2. In the Measurement Properties dialog, review or update settings such as linear type, multiplier, BOM section, and color.
      1. Linear Type determines whether the Key Measure is a flat linear measurement or has a pitch.
      2. The Multiplier allows you to set a nominal multiplier for this takeoff. For example, setting a multiplier to a value of 2 will double any measurement taken with this takeoff.
      3. Choosing a Section for this count takeoff will determine where within the Bill of Materials this takeoff will appear.
      4. Optionally, you can assign a specific Use, and it will appear on the job Bill of Materials.
      5. Assign a Color that you want to use for this takeoff.
   3. Select Apply.
   4. Open the Linear tool.
   5. Click to place points along the centerline of the element you are measuring, working your way around the full perimeter of the element.
   6. Continue placing points until complete, then select Stop Recording or press R. You should now see a perimeter line around the floor plan. In the Sheets panel, you will also see a line item showing the Linear measurement you just created.

Add new segments

• Use Add New Segment or press N to start a new linear segment without exiting the tool.
• This is commonly used for interior walls or disconnected elements.

See this article to learn about editing and modifying takeoffs.