The Takeoff Tools setting allows you to set defaults for transparency, point size, node size, and line size for when you do takeoffs. These are pretty much self-explanatory.
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Options
Verify points... when checked, you must verify your points before recording (saving the takeoff object). Below is a sample Verify Entry confirmation box. You You must click OK to verify and continue.
2. When checked, the Confirm when recording dimensions box will require you to 
Confirm when recording...when checked, you must verify the dimension properties before continuing. Below is a sample Confirm Dimension Properties window. You can also select the Line Color, Text Color, and Text Height for the dimension line. Click OK to verify the dimensions and any changes.
