> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.paintscout.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.paintscout.com/support/customization/presentations-and-terms/setting-default-terms.md). # Setting Default Terms Set default contract terms for each estimate type so the correct terms are automatically applied every time you create a new estimate. Default terms in PaintScout assign a specific contract terms document to each estimate type, so the correct terms are automatically applied to every new estimate. If your estimates are using the wrong terms, you likely need to assign terms to your estimate types. {% embed url="" %} ## How Do I Assign Terms to Estimate Types? 1\. Click the person icon in the top right and go to your **Account Settings** > **Estimates** > **Estimate Types** section and select each one.
Screenshot showing the Estimate Types section in Account Settings with estimate types listed
2\. Once you have selected an estimate type, choose which set of terms you would like to set as the default.
Screenshot showing the Terms drop-down for selecting default terms on an estimate type
{% hint style="warning" %} Once you do this, it will only affect ***new*** estimates made. [Learn how to change a set of terms on a previous estimate.](/support/customization/presentations-and-terms/updating-estimate-terms.md) {% endhint %} ## Related articles
Estimate TypesCreate estimate types like Interior, Exterior, and Cabinets to organize rates, terms, presentations, and filter reporting data.Estimate Types
Setting a Default PresentationSet a default presentation (proposal template) for each estimate type so the correct layout is automatically applied to every new estimate.Setting a Default Presentation
Estimate DisclaimersCustomize acceptance and decline disclaimers that appear below the signature box when customers respond to estimates.Estimate Disclaimers
Updating Estimate TermsAdd, edit, and manage contract terms in your account settings, plus learn how to change or update terms on individual estimates before they are accepted.Updating Estimate Terms
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