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Re: Deleting Markup List Items that Import as a Default
Depending on how the pdf was created you can sometimes get a lot of text content showing up as markups. Look at the Author column and check for (and I forget the exact wording) AutoCAD SHX as the author. That is all the text data from notes, measurements, etc. coming across as markups. DON'T DELETE THAT STUFF!
What you want to do instead is FLATTEN the pdf to embed that content directly into it while also cleaning up the markups list.
Not sure if this is what you're seeing since the image you posted doesn't look like it. But it's been an issue for others in the past.
Re: How can I effectively stop Revu from selecting the layer-based content that has 'gray grips'?
You could flatten them if they are something you will never need to use. If they are survey points or AutoCAD SHX text then they really aren't ever going to be helpful.
Synchronize Document - Auto Align for Documents with Different Page Count/Order
A common issue I run into is in situations where synchronize document would be helpful: Backchecking old plan sets, comparing two documents, etc. I can't use the synchronize document or page tools since the two or more pdfs have different page counts/page orders.
It would be great to have a synchronize document tool that syncs docs at the current page each pdf is on.
For example: Document 1 has 90 pages with relevant design sheets starting on sheet 45, Document 2 has 300 pages with relevant design sheets starting on page 100. If I could flip to page 45 on doc 1 and 100 on doc 2 then sync documents to the current sheet, I could flip through the design sheets on both easily (45/100, 46/101, 47/102..)
An even better feature would be to synchronize documents based on their contents rather than page number. The overlay tool has an "auto align" in which bluebeam looks as the multiple documents and attempts to align them if one is slightly adjusted away from page center or the previous alignment. If an "auto synchronize" could be added that would attempt to synchronize two similar sheets based on their content, it would be so helpful to compare documents from different plan sets, with different page counts, and different page orders.
For example: Document 1 has a title sheet, grading sheet, and detail sheet from 30% plans, document 2 has a cover sheet, title sheet, general notes sheet, grading sheet, demo sheet, and detail sheet in that order for 60% plans, it would be very useful to "auto synchronize" where bluebeam attempts to display doc 1's title sheet on view 1 and doc 2's title sheet on view 2 then on the next page turn, doc 1's grading sheet and doc 2's grading sheet, and so on. The remainder of the new sheets in doc 2 could be displayed in view 2 after all similar sheets have been displayed.
Currently, if I want to sync two documents, I need to manually remove the "extra" pages from document 2 in order to "match up" pages correctly.
Jpritts
Re: 🗓️ Nov - Dec 2025 Challenge - Prompt Power!
I want to share two cool ways I’ve used AI to help me with my workload.
First, I was part of the Bluebeam MCP Beta, and the thing that helped me most was using AI to rename drawings. That saved me from doing it all by hand. OCP is solid, but it doesn’t always get it right (neither does AI, but it was faster).
One thing I regret not trying yet is having AI scale all my drawings. I hope to test that soon, I hope it’ll work!
Another time-changer was using AI to pull data from a PDF and turn it into a clean Excel file. I get a monthly price list from one of our vendors. It’s delivered as a PDF, but in reality it’s made from several Excel sheets. I tried many times to export it to Excel from Revu, but it never worked! for some reason, the company refuses to give me the original Excel file.
So recently I asked ChatGPT to convert the PDF into Excel. It gave me a clean sheet I could use to update our software right away with correct prices. That saved me hours of typing and copying.
(I tried using Gemini, Claude, and Grok for this task as well, but ChatGPT was the only one that generated it properly.)
Re: Tool Set Dropdown
"Child" Tool Sets could definitely be handy @Josh Coston! I use a similar breakdown to what you've shown in your screenshots elsewhere in this thread.
What has been a game changer for me is the search box at the top of the tool chests. If I'm working on 8" water I'll throw a "8" in the search box. Drops the majority of the "clutter" out of the tool chest that way and makes it easy to see my 8" main and related fittings. If you haven't tried the search I highly recommend it!
Hope this helps. 😎
Re: HOW TO AUTOSIZE TEXT TO FIX BOX
"Alt+Z" is the quickest way when you're in the text editing mode, but you can also change a setting in your preferences to do this automatically.
Re: 🗓️ Nov - Dec 2025 Challenge - Prompt Power!
Update: Prompt Power Challenge Extended!
Due to the amount of participation and interest in this November challenge, we’re extending Prompt Power through the end of December.
This gives everyone more time to explore AI tools, try out new prompts, and share how you’re using AI to support your workflows around Revu. Your posts so far have been great!
Jump in, experiment, and share your prompts anytime through December 31.
Marco M
Re: Search Project / Sessions Job Names
Currently I have 40+ bluebeam sessions that I keep visiting. Sessions should be searchable from the top or be arranged and sorted the way we want. It sometimes gets difficult to find a project or session in the mess.
Re: Search Project / Sessions Job Names
Likewise, it would be nice to sort them into groups. Like a folder tree but without making folders. Maybe grouped by keywords or naming convention. In the example above, i could see 2240001 projects being clustered together and 240002 projects in another cluster which could be expanded and collapsed as needed - kind of the way bookmarks work.
Search Bar in BB Sessions
As the number of BB sessions increases, navigating through them efficiently becomes crucial. Introducing a search bar at the top of the interface would provide users with a seamless way to locate specific sessions, reducing scrolling time and improving overall usability.
Key Features of the Search Bar:
- Instant Search Results – As users type keywords, relevant BB sessions should appear dynamically, offering quick access to desired content.
- Filters and Categories – Users can refine their searches by applying filters such as date, topic, host, or keywords within session titles and descriptions.
- Recent and Frequent Searches – A history or suggestion feature that shows previously searched terms or commonly accessed sessions.
- Smart Suggestions – The search bar could offer recommendations based on user activity, suggesting sessions they may find relevant.
- Accessibility Integration – Ensure the search feature is user-friendly for all, including those using assistive technologies.
Benefits of Implementing a Search Bar in BB Sessions:
- Time Efficiency – Users can locate sessions faster, enhancing productivity.
- Improved Organization – Sorting and filtering options make it easier to manage multiple sessions.
- Better User Experience – A well-integrated search function makes navigation more intuitive.
- Scalability – This feature will ensure continued ease of access as more BB sessions accumulate.