Sketch Workspace and Room Management

The video tutorial guides users through the process of using the Sketch tab in Xactimate to create an estimate. It covers setting up the workspace, drawing rooms, adding closets, and fine-tuning dimensions. The tutorial also explains how to configure sub rooms to help with accurate calculations of estimate line items like carpet and paint.

What does the Sketch workspace display by default?

• An N with an arrow indicating north

• A grid layout

• A blank canvas

• A compass showing all directions

Where do most estimators prefer to start sketching?

• Bottom right corner

• Top left corner

• Bottom left corner

• Top right corner

What are the default inside dimensions of a room when you first place it in the Sketch workspace?

• 16 feet by 16 feet

• 14 feet by 14 feet

• 12 feet by 12 feet

• 10 feet by 10 feet

How do you fine-tune the dimensions of a room in the Sketch workspace?

• By using the resize tool

• By double-clicking the room and entering new dimensions

• By clicking the wall handle and dragging, then entering the correct number

• By dragging the room to the desired size

What tool is used to add a closet to Bedroom 1?

• Line tool

• Circle tool

• Square break tool

• Room tool

What is the default width of the walls in the Sketch workspace?

• 5 inches

• 2 inches

• 4 inches

• 3 inches

How do you move a wall to fine-tune the dimensions of a closet?

• By selecting the wall and pressing the arrow keys

• By double-clicking the wall

• By using the resize tool

• By clicking and dragging the wall

How do you rename a room in the Sketch workspace?

• By right-clicking the room name and selecting properties

• By selecting the room and pressing F2

• By clicking the rename button in the toolbar

• By double-clicking the room name

How do you make a closet a sub room of Bedroom 1?

• By dragging the closet into Bedroom 1

• By selecting the closet and choosing 'Make Sub Room' from the toolbar

• By right-clicking the closet, selecting properties, and choosing Bedroom 1 from the subgroup dropdown

• By double-clicking the closet and selecting 'Sub Room' option

Why is it important to place rooms as sub rooms in Xactimate?

• To help Xactimate calculate totals more logically

• To make it easier to move rooms around

• To save space in the Sketch workspace

• To make the sketch look organized