Leave Markups With Ease
What Is the Markup Tool?
The Markup Tool is a new feature in Punchlist that lets you leave feedback using freehand drawings and shapes—perfect for moments when words just don’t cut it. This tool helps you visually communicate ideas and pinpoint changes directly on PDFs and images.
Who’s It For?
Builders, construction managers, interior designers, and creative professionals who are used to working with sketches, drawings, designs, and schematics will feel right at home with the Markup Tool. It’s intuitive, fast, and designed to bring pen-and-paper feedback into the digital world.
Key Features
- Draw Freehand: Sketch directly on your project to highlight or clarify details.
- Add Shapes: Quickly drop circles, rectangles, or arrows to call out important areas.
- Choose Your Colors: Black, white, red, and green options help make your mark stand out.
- Erase with Ease: Use the undo button, the eraser to remove individual elements, or clear all drawings with one click.
How It Works
- Upload Your File: Add a PDF or image to your project.
- Select the Markup Tool: Choose the drawing or shape tool from the toolbar.
- Draw and Annotate: Sketch freely or add shapes to emphasize specific areas.
- Manage Your Drawings: Undo a mistake, erase individual elements, or clear everything if you want to start fresh.
- Markup Notification: Each time you add a markup, a notification will appear in the top-right corner so you can keep track of changes.
Use Cases
- Interior Designers: Share multiple fixture options with clients and have them circle their favorite.
- Construction Managers: Leave quick on-site notes or mark areas needing adjustments before submitting more detailed feedback.
- Architects: Highlight structural changes or design elements that require stakeholder attention.
Why Use the Markup Tool?
Sometimes words aren’t enough. The Markup Tool allows you to translate thoughts into visuals, ensuring nothing is lost in translation. It’s the ideal solution for industries accustomed to pen-and-paper feedback—now with the added power of Punchlist’s centralized collaboration.
