When doing a manual takeoff using the Linear Tool you, whether using polyline or rectangular, you are given the option to utilize Single-Segment or Multi-Segment Mode. Let's start by defining what these actually mean:
Single-Segment Mode: Creates a single line or measurement for a series of continuously drawn segments
Multi-Segment Mode: Creates individual lines or measurements for a series of continuously drawn segments.
What does this really mean? When using Single-Segment Mode during a Linear Takeoff a continuous group of lines is created, this in turn only places a single item in the takeoff palette. The sum total of the line is added together to create the total length. If you have to edit a line you are not able to since its all grouped together as a single line segment. There are grips so points can still be moved, but its a segment needs to be categorized differently or deleted, then you may likely have to redo the entire segment.
With Multi-Segment Mode each line is treated as an individual item in the takeoff palette. You are still able to click as many points as you need, but after your completing the takeoff, each segment is represented as an individually. From here you can, move, re-categorize or delete the segments as needed.
Here is how I use the tool: If I need the entire segment to total, then I usually go with single segment, as a rule of thumb. If I may need them as individuals, then I use multi-segment.
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