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United Kingdom metric measurement for square metres is 'm2' and not 'sq m', Can I alter?
Hello everyone, I am trying to see if I can change the default metric area measurement label on the system from 'sq m' to a familiar 'm2' label here in the UK. All the instructions, videos online, help searches are silent on the matter. Also been in touch with Tech Support and they were unable to help and suggested I reach out here. Fingers crossed for someone who knows how to or if this is even possible. Many thanks, Phil
Re: Are folks using Bluebeam to create dashboard for various project links/information?
@BTM When I worked in the field still, there were a couple ways that I would create a Dashboard type document in Bluebeam.
The fanciest is to make what Bluebeam calls a Digital Dashboard. Basically a fancy PDF with graphics that you link to resources/plans/files/sites/etc. You can link it all to a Studio Project where you keep files if you like.
I wold do it this way for a big project or one that was going to last a long time and needed a polished look.
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I was usually too busy to make something fancy on a regular basis, so in those cases, I would just make a PDF with some instructions, maybe load a necessary Profile (.bpx) ot Teool Set (.btx) right into the PDF, add some text hyperlinks to the resources or to my Studio Project and then I would email it out, or attach it as a cover sheet in a Session, or load it as the first document anyone saw in my Studio Project. Way easier, but not as slick looking.
Re: 🗓️ August 2025 Challenge - One Tool, Many Uses!
So this may be a little off track to what the original question was asking but, this is the type of thing that you can create if you use a combination of Revu and Power Query in Excel.
When measuring an external wall, you start off with a simple area shape for a window or a door.
But an area for a window when you're a bricklayer is pretty meaningless! However, with Revu you get a few more details in the Markup List: -
We can then combine this with a table in Excel which looks like this - you will see the Subject from Revu matches a header in the Excel table: -
Power Query combines the two and you can work out all sorts of things such as: -
- There is one markup so that is 1no dummy frame or window former
- The lintel - with a few calculations using the figures in the blue cells of the external tables you can add the bearings and then round up to the next full lintel length.
- The length of the cavity tray above the window and the number of weep vents required.
- The total length of bed reinforcement required above and below the window.
- What special works, if any, are required to the window reveals.
- The type and length of cavity closure required.
- If you've allocated the markup to a specific brickwork lift (see the Markup List) then this can be used in your spreadsheet too to break the works down into actual work zones.
And much much more if you require that information.
So, one markup, which is normally a single click of a button as you'll be filling in a cut out, will produce a considerable amount of data.
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Allow Admins to Reassign Session Host/Ownership
Admins should be allowed to reassign a Session host/ownership.
There are only 2 current options:
1. Contact the host.
2. Contact your company's IT to gain access to the host's email account to then access their Bluebeam account.
Should the host be unavailable and you can't gain access to their email, there is no work around for Bluebeam admins.
ASanchez
Re: What's your Revu daily necessity? 🕟
With your original post of "D" @Doug McLean I thought you were referring to the strike through function.
What's funny is that with your "D" post I learned a new keyboard shortcut!
I thought I had to select the text first, then right click and select "strike through selected text" and it turns out that if you strike the "D" key any text that you select will be formatted as a strike through. Very slick!
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How To: Studio Sessions
These are the instructions I created for my office to help people setup a Studio Session and include custom Status for your use. Feel free to ask any questions or offer suggestions.
🎉 Bluebeam Community Turns 1! 🎂
One year ago on July 15, 2024, we officially launched the Bluebeam Community. What started as a new space to connect has grown into a lively hub for collaboration, learning, and innovation. Whether you’ve been here since day one or just joined last week, you’ve helped shape this space! 🙌
Here’s a look at what we’ve accomplished together in our first year:
🚀 Major Milestones
- Launched the community on July 15, 2024
- Grew to 10,000 members from across all regions
- Rolled out numerous community features and Bluebeam Labs integration
- Launched leaderboard rewards and Monthly Challenges
- Introduced weekly email digest
- Product Managers joined in to respond directly to your feedback
- Debuted our Workflow Talk series and expanded our support resources
- Introduced new categories like What's New In Bluebeam, Industry/Trade, and Developer Network
🏆 Top Moments
- Most-viewed post hit 28,000+ views
- Longest discussion thread reached 300+ comments
- Members earned thousands of badges and ranks
- Hundreds of ideas shared in Product Feedback, with several under review or in development
💬 We're Listening: Your Feedback → Our Roadmap
We’ve been listening—and thanks to your feedback, several of your most-wanted features are already live in Bluebeam! Here’s what’s now available to make your workflows smoother, faster, and more enjoyable:
Fresh Features You Asked For
- Dark Mode: Give your eyes a break! Dark Mode is now available in both Revu and Bluebeam Cloud for a more comfortable viewing experience.
- Tool Chest Search: Find your favorite tools in a snap. Quickly search your Tool Chest to speed up markups and stay organized.
- Auto Align (AI-powered): Let AI do the heavy lifting! Auto Align helps you compare documents and line up drawings faster and more accurately.
- Revu ARM64 Support: Bluebeam now runs natively on ARM-based devices.
- Enhanced Integrations: Connect with the platforms you use every day. We’ve launched a new Integrations Directory and improved connections with SharePoint, ProjectWise, and Autodesk—making it easier to keep all your project files in sync.
- Performance Improvements: Enjoy a faster, smoother experience—especially on ARM devices, where Bluebeam is now up to 30% quicker with improved navigation.
A Peek At What’s Coming Soon
- Bluebeam on Web & Mobile: Toolset sync with Revu
- Mobile (iOS & Android): Offline Access and local PDF markup
- Enhanced global experience
- Enhanced Studio Project Search
- Studio activity data in Org Admin
- Studio User control in Org Admin
- Single-tenant high-security Studio offering
These updates are a direct result of your ideas and feedback. Keep sharing what you need most, and we’ll keep building Bluebeam to help you do your best work!
🎯 What’s Next In Community
This is just the beginning. Expect:
- New expert Q&As
- More tips and tutorials
- Better tools to find answers faster
- A growing list of opportunities to connect and share
Thank you for making the first year of the Bluebeam Community such a success! Whether you posted a question, shared a tip, or just stopped by to read, you’ve helped build something special for your peers. Here's to the next year of connection and collaboration! 💙
Marco M
Re: Copy-Paste Issues
In our case, we realised when a user has Citrix Workspace app. (v25 and up, released 15th May) connected to a remote desktop, Bluebeam's paste function greys out on the local computer. We downgraded Workspace to v24 LTS and no longer experiencing the issue.
My assumption is Workspace's copy and paste function has something to do with it. Only an assumption though, not yet had the chance to investigate further but I thought it might help mentioning.
Re: Editable Table
This would be incredible! Currently, I create the table in Excel, take a snapshot, and insert it into the drawing.
Furthermore, if we could make the table function just like Excel, with all the built-in features and formulas, it would truly take things to the next level.
Cloud resize / fix polygon resize - add flat edge resize or multi-vertex selection/movement
Please add resize pick points on sides of polygons and clouds that are drawn as rectangles. I'm tired of having to completely redraw shapes that are rectangles because they won't stretch uniformly, when you can only move the corner vertices. Or alternatively add a way to select multiple vertices of a polygon and move them together.
