Overlays

This document covers the Overlay tool available in the Digs document viewer. Overlays are a Pro-tier feature

Overlay Tool — Support Guide

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Digs: Privacy, Security, and Data Storage

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Supported File Types in Digs


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Using Integrated Video Support in Digs

Project Support

How to Duplicate a Project in Digs

Everything you need to know about DigsCloud

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Digs Permissions Explained (by Role and User Type)

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Blueprint FAQs

Renaming Rooms on a Floor Plan

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Integration FAQs

Dropbox

Connecting Procore for post-Build collaboration

Procore

Find a Pro

Find & Book a Thumbtack Professional in Digs

Signatures

Sending a Document for Signature via Digs


How to Shrink/Compress a PDF File for Use in Digs


All you need to know about AskDigs and Search

AskDigs & Search 

How to access and use Intelligent Search

What is AskDigs?

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How to Use Public Files and QR Codes

Public Share Links/QR Codes for Folders

When Should I Use a Public Share Link vs Inviting a User?

Best Practices for Secure Public Sharing

Schedule

Digs Scheduling – Support FAQ & How-To Guide

All you need to know for the Homeowner Handoff

Homeowner Handoff

What is the Homeowner Handoff?

What is the process when handing over to the homeowner?

Creating a Warranty Document template

Notification Center

How do notifications work, and can I customize messages?

Can I silence notifications?

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