How do I import PDF or image files into MeasureSquare 8 and start the takeoff?
In this video we will cover (1)importing plans, (2) selecting scale and pages, and (3) cropping in MeasureSquare 8. (Best viewed in 1080p). See the rest of our videos on our website and YouTube page to trace rooms, apply products, etc.
This article applies to MeasureSquare 8 versions
If MeasureSquare 8 is taking a very long period of time to import a large blueprint file (e.g., 40 minutes for a 60-page document), then you may use an external PDF tool try speeding up the importing process.
To do this, please follow these steps:
1. Download and install GhostScript from the below link: (remember to install it to the default folder)
2. In MeasureSquare 8, import a PDF and click on the gear icon next Ext Pdf Tool to set up using GhostScript as an external PDF tool. Screenshots of this process are below:
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