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How to add a duct layout or other annotations to a 3D floor plan

A step by step guide for saving, editing and importing a 3D floor plan

Written by Matt Lowes

Overview

1. Open the project and locate the correct floor plan

2. Take a screenshot

  • Use the iPad's built-in method for taking a screenshot by pressing the power and volume + buttons at the same time.

3. Annotate the screenshot with drawing tools

  • Pro tip: Long-press with your finger or stylus pen after drawing a line or shape to straighten it automatically.

  • Add labels or symbols for items like registers and outdoor units.

4. Save the screenshot to your Photo library

  • When the markup is complete, tap the check mark to finish.

  • Save the edited image to Photos.

5. Upload the image back into Amply

  • Return to Amply.

  • Open the project

  • Navigate to the Electrical / Other section

  • Tap the plus sign to add a new item.

  • Select the picture icon to open Photos.

  • Choose the saved screenshot and upload it

  • Name the image how you prefer

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