Counts
Choosing Count Marker Shapes
Different count marker shapes make repeated item groups easier to separate visually, especially when several trades are counted on the same sheet.
Updated 2026-07-03 · 4 min read
Count markers can use several shapes and colours for visual separation.
Choose a shape
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Start Count
Choose Count from the toolbar or press N, then place your markers.
- 2
Set the shape in Properties
Select a marker in the group and choose the Count Shape in the Properties panel: circle, square, rectangle, checkmark, triangle, or cross. Colour is set the same way.
- 3
Check readability
Confirm the markers are readable at the zoom level used for review before counting the whole sheet.
Use shape conventions
Use consistent shapes per item type across a project, such as circles for lights, squares for outlets, and checkmarks for reviewed doors.
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