Preferred Report System FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 
Changing from paper to computer report
Can I change the Report Order?
Can I change the Column Order?
How much typing do I really have to do?
Why Use
Microsoft® Works Database?
Why should I Personalize the CheckList?
Why
Use Microsoft® Works Database?
Stability,
compatibility and ease of use. Stable because the database created in 1995 can
still be used, unchanged in 2005 with Windows XP. Compatible, user can edit
the database in the office using Works 4.5 or later and Windows 95, 98, ME, XP, then use the
checklist on a Windows 95 laptop with Works 4.0 (Great for multi-inspector
companies, additional licensing required). Much
easier to learn and use than more powerful programs but includes the same
safety features.
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How
much typing do I really have to do?
Sample report shows nine places (??) plus Client, address and date.
Why
should I Personalize the CheckList?
This
inspection report was designed for on-site reporting and with completion
speed as a priority. Personalizing the CheckList allows you to permanently
enter your default (repeating) comments like your Company Name. An example is
the Weather Condition. Rather than typing in the actual temperature you might
create a record for above 60 degrees and another for below 60 degrees and add
the comment pertaining to AC operation. This CheckList allows you to present
comments in your way. Also additional templates for typical house types may be
created (experienced inspectors and users). A simpler approach would be in the
X column of your personalized checklist, an ?, for items to appear in all your
reports, an S for slab, B for basement or however you choose. Top
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What
is a report template?
The HmCkList we provide you is like a master template. Using this template you set-up how you want your header, report order etc. Once completed you master template, pre-select all dialog which applies to Condos, like Exterior Surfaces This is a common building component and was not inspected.
My favorite is my typical house. Here I have pre-selected most of the non- variable dialog. By doing this 6 pages of my report require no selections.
Can
I change the Report Order?
Yes. Changing
the CheckList order will change the report order. By using the Cut and Paste
feature in the edit menu or Drag and Drop you can arrange any order you wish.
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Can
I add photos or images?
Yes. After
generating your report. For example; When publishing in Word open your photo
editor and paste into the document, add captions and pointers. Basically a 3
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Can
I Use my Letterhead?
Yes. Select Report View (Design) from the toolbar. Select File, select page setup, and adjust the top margin to allow space for your letterhead.
Can I change the Column Order?
Yes. The easiest way is to select the column using the mouse and drag to new location.
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System
Requirements?
One of our goals was to create a computer report with flexibility and economy of employing. The system has been tested and functions very well with a 486 PC, 8 MB ram, Windows 95 and Works 4.0. Performance is enhanced using a Pentium 133 or later, 16 MB ram or more, Windows 98 and Works Suite 6.0. (Works Suite 6.0 includes Microsoft Word 2002) System has also been tested using Windows Me and XP. Top of Page
Changing
from paper to computer report
The most difficult adjustment to make is in the order of topics or sections. You can change the order by simply selecting and drag. Top of Page
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