Bluebeam Tip: Enhance Document Review Efficiency with Bluebeam Revu's Split Screen Feature

Streamlining your workflow hinges on efficient document comparisons. With Bluebeam Revu’s split screen feature, you can simultaneously view multiple PDF files or different sections of the same file. This eliminates the need to toggle between tabs, ensuring you detect discrepancies and updates.

To use split screen, open the documents you wish to compare. Then:

• Click the “Split Vertical” or “Split Horizontal” icon at the top of the interface.
• Select which document or view to place in each pane.
• Customize each pane’s zoom and orientation independently.

This functionality is particularly helpful for project teams that regularly conduct plan checks or cross-reference large drawing sets. By having multiple views open side by side, you can closely inspect elements such as project schedules, structural details, or MEP layouts. It also becomes easier to identify revisions by flipping to a previous set of plans without leaving your primary view.

Here are some practical tips to optimize your split screen experience:

• Use color coding or highlight features in each pane to emphasize specific revisions.
• Sync views to navigate both documents at once, perfect for checking the same page or region.
• Align the same portion of each document for faster pinpointing of changes.

Split screen can be combined with other Bluebeam Revu features for maximum efficiency. For instance, pairing split screen with markups or measurement tools ensures accurate interpretation of specification updates. If you need further customization, consider creating tailored Profiles that retain your preferred pane layout. This helps you switch between different tasks quickly, saving valuable time.

Stay ahead of the curve and explore more advanced functionalities with NOVEDGE to get the most out of your software. The split screen feature may seem simple, but it delivers substantial benefits, transforming how you review, compare, and finalize your documents.

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