Using folders is a quick and easy way to organize your measurements to reflect the way you structure your worksite, making navigation and collaboration easier than ever before.
- Create and name new folders for your measurements.
- Group different measurements by type (e.g., cut/fill and cross-section comparisons) or points of interest within the same folder.
- Organize existing measurements into folders via drag-and-drop.
How to create a new measurement folder
To get started, click the MEASURE tab and click the folder icon at the top right of the Measurements panel.A pop-up will appear asking you to name your folder. Check the box to make it accessible across all datasets.
Once you name and add a folder, it will appear in the list.
How to move existing measurements into folders
Click and hold the measurement to drag it into the designated folder. You can also select and move multiple measurements by holding down the Ctrl button while clicking on each file on a PC or holding the Command key while clicking on each file on a Mac before dragging and dropping all the selected measurements.
You can also move a measurement out of a folder by dragging and dropping it in the correct location.
You'll notice yellow highlighting to help you determine the location to drop your measurement.
Automatically sort your new measurements with Targeted Folders
Beyond manually organizing your existing data, you can also set up target folders to automatically sort new measurements as you create them.
How does it work?
When a folder is "targeted," every new measurement you create, whether it's a new stockpile, a converted design element, or data from a survey, it will automatically save directly into that designated folder. This saves you valuable time and effort in organizing your data later, keeping your workspace neat right from the start.
How do I set my folder as the target?
Set Your Target: First, navigate to the folder you wish to target. Look for the folder's action menu (triple dot icon) and select Set as target folder.
Confirm Activation: You'll see a clear confirmation at the top of your screen, like "Target Folder: [Your Folder Name]," indicating which folder is currently active. Similar to how it's pictured below.
Create Measurements: Now, simply create your measurements as usual, and they will automatically go into that folder.
Remove Target: When you're done, you can easily remove the target by clicking the "X" icon at the top of your screen. Don't worry, all the measurements you made while the folder was targeted will stay right where they are! From then on, any new measurements you create will go back to your default sorting location.
I still can't do it!
We wrote these articles to equip you with everything you need to get the job done on your own, but we understand that sometimes this isn't sufficient.
If you're stuck, you can connect with our support team by clicking the support button on the top right corner of your user portal.
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