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How do I use some of the new features in Revu 7?
Using Snapshot to create and add Symbols to the Tool Chest
Normally I would choose one new feature in v 7 to discuss, but since there are over 20 new features and improvements, I decided to talk about a handful of my favorites. In version 7, Bluebeam developers added an array of new features. Whether you are an architect, engineer, project manager, marketing manager or an educator, you will find functionality that will improve the way you work with PDF. Read below to learn more about my top picks and click the link to watch Don’s video that shows you how to use each feature.
Spell check
When communicating with clients, vendors or coworkers, it’s important to avoid spelling mistakes to eliminate confusion. Revu 7 adds the ability to check the spelling in markups as well as text in the PDF file. When you add text boxes, use the typewriter tool or fill in PDF forms, Revu automatically underlines misspelled words with a squiggly line. At a quick glance you can see if you have any spelling errors (this option can be turned on or off under Edit, Preferences, Spelling). To check the spelling of text found within a PDF file, select the Document menu, then Markup Spelling Mistakes. Revu will scan the entire document and markup each misspelled word. Additional dictionaries can be added for other languages and you can add custom words to dictionaries (such as Bluebeam).
For even more spell check options, watch the spell check video.
Scan to PDF
Scan to PDF functionality reduces the number of steps needed to convert paper documents or camera images to PDF for electronic markup and sharing. Revu uses the Windows Image Acquisition dialog when scanning to PDF from scanner hardware or a digital camera. The dialog gives options such as dpi setting, brightness, contrast and color. Additionally you have the option of seeing a preview and adjusting the scanned area before the PDF is created, so you get the PDF you want the first time. The coolest option, in my opinion, is the ability to add a scanned PDF directly into an existing PDF file. To do this, go to the Document menu and select Insert from scanner, then follow the dialog to scan the document.
Watch the scan to PDF video to see how it’s done.
Arcs and curves
Before version 7, markups and measurements in Revu were done with straight lines. With the addition of arcs and curves, used mainly by AEC professionals, users can get more accurate measurements and have better tools for PDF redlining and markup. There are a few different ways to create curved annotations in Revu and rather than explaining in words, I’m going to refer you to the video links below. Peter, Bluebeam’s arc and curve expert, clearly demonstrates and explains how to use these features in Revu.
Watch Peter’s video about curves here.
Don created a video that explains how arcs and curves in Revu can be used for plan checking. Watch Don’s plan check video.
Reduce file size
Other PDF editors can reduce the file size of an existing PDF file, but none of them give you the control over PDF compression like Revu. Sometimes you need to reduce the size of a PDF in order to email it and you don’t mind lowering the image resolution to do it - in Revu, the choice is yours. Before the file size is reduced, Revu will display a dialog that gives you an estimate of the new file size and gives options to make adjustments. For instance, images contained in the PDF can be converted to smaller file size types, resolution can be adjusted and embedded fonts can be dropped.
To learn all the ins and outs of reducing file sizes, watch the video.
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