Measurements
Measuring Area
Area measurements are useful for flooring, ceilings, painting, membranes, paving, landscaping, demolition zones, and any closed quantity takeoff.
Updated 2026-07-03 · 5 min read
12.40 m
Area tools use a closed boundary and can show fill or hatch for clear review.
Create an area measurement
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Set scale
Calibrate the page before measuring — area tools stay locked until scale is set.
- 2
Choose Measure Area
Select Measure Area from the toolbar or press P.
- 3
Trace the boundary
Click each corner of the area in order.
- 4
Close the shape
Finish the boundary so ContractorCounter can calculate the enclosed area.
Make areas reviewable
- 1
Use transparent fill
Set fill opacity low enough that drawing detail remains visible.
- 2
Name the markup
Use a subject such as Level 1 vinyl, External paving, or Ceiling paint.
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