Markup tools
Using Line and Arrow Tools
Lines and arrows are general markup objects. Use measurement tools instead when the line needs to calculate a real-world quantity.
Updated 2026-07-03 · 4 min read
On this page
Line style, weight, opacity, and end caps are edited from toolbar or Properties controls.
Draw a line or arrow
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Choose Line or Arrow
Select Line (L) for a plain segment or Arrow for a directional callout.
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Drag between points
Click and drag from the start point to the end point on the drawing.
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Adjust placement
Select the markup to move endpoints or reposition the whole object.
Style the line
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Select the markup
Click the line or arrow after placing it.
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Change appearance
Adjust colour, opacity, line weight, and style (solid, dashed, or dotted), and set the start and end caps to none, arrow, circle, or square.
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Use consistent colours
Reserve common colours for common meanings, such as red for review issues or green for completed items.
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Related product guides
These broader guides explain how this support workflow fits ContractorCounter's markup, measurement, takeoff, and export toolset.
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