How to use table extension

 In this article, you'll see  -

• How table extension works
• How to create a table extension
• How to customize the table
• How to rename, archive, delete or rearrange the section
• How to preview your table extension in the PDF

1. How table extension works

You can use Table extension tables if you are run out of space in any default sections tables i.e.- sketches, materials and measurements. 

These extension tables provide more room to include important data without cramping in the information in your PDF, making it hard for your manufacturers or teams to read. 

2. How to create a table extension

Step 1: In your cards board page, add a  new section at the bottom

Step 2: A dialogue will pop-up featuring different types of custom sections. Select  table extension

Step 3: Select the  type of default section you wish to create the extension for.

Step 4: Click on  + Create at the bottom of the dialogue.

Step 5: Another dialogue window will appear to rename this new section. Type in your new section name here  and click Done  

Step 6:  An Excel-like extension table will be added to your board along with the  card names of whichever default section you selected in Step 2. 

3. How to customize the table

You can customize your table by clicking on this  icon located on the section menu.

A table menu will slide down with these actions- 

4. How to rename, archive, delete or rearrange the section

Click on this  option icon located next to your custom section name. 

A table menu will slide down where you can select from any of the mentioned actions- 

5. How to preview your table extension in the PDF

To preview your extension table/s in your Techpack PDF, click on the  option located on the top navigation menu.

Select your table extension from the document settings and wait for a couple of seconds for the PDF to rerender.