Why annotate on site
"See the photo" rarely works on its own. A red circle around a missing cover block or an arrow to a crack turns a photo into an instruction, and nobody has to guess what you meant.
Tools
| Tool | Use it for |
|---|---|
| Arrow | Pointing to a defect or a specific member |
| Circle and rectangle | Marking an area to check or rework |
| Text | Labels like "Level OK" or a dimension |
| Pen | Freehand marks and quick sketches |
| Stickers | Quick status marks |
A colour habit that works
- Red for problems that need fixing
- Amber for things to check
- Green for approved or completed
- Blue for dimensions and notes
Questions
What can I draw on a photo?
Arrows, circles, rectangles, text labels, freehand pen strokes and stickers, in several colours.
Is annotation free?
Yes. Annotation tools are free in Fixlens, with no ads.
For a full site routine, read construction progress photos.