Bluebeam Tip: Create an Auto-Updating Date Stamp in Bluebeam Revu

Speed up reviews by creating a custom stamp that auto-inserts today’s date the moment you place it in Bluebeam Revu.

• Start a new stamp:
  • Go to Tools > Stamps > Create Stamp.
  • Choose a compact size (for example, 2 in x 1 in) and set a transparent background if you want to avoid obscuring content.
• Design the layout:
  • Add your company logo (PNG/SVG works well) and a border or hatch fill for visibility.
  • Insert text for labels like “APPROVED,” “REVIEWED,” or “RECEIVED.”
• Insert a dynamic date:
  • Add a text box where the date should appear.
  • With the text box selected, use the Insert/Dynamic Text option and pick Date. This token updates automatically on placement.
  • Adjust font, color, and alignment to match your standards.
• Save and organize:
  • Click Save and assign a clear name (for example, “Approved – Dynamic Date”).
  • Use Tools > Stamps > Manage Stamps to sort into folders and distribute to teammates.
• Use the stamp:
  • Select Tools > Stamps, choose your stamp, and click to place. Resize or rotate as needed.
  • When finalized, Document > Flatten to lock it into the PDF before issuing.

Pro tips

• Date format follows your system locale—set your preferred format in Windows/macOS Regional settings.
• Create multiple color variants (Approved, Rejected, For Review) that all share the same dynamic date behavior.
• Add other Dynamic Text tokens (Username, Filename, Page Label) for richer traceability without manual typing.
• Centralize stamps for your team using Manage Stamps and your shared network location or DMS.

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