Adding Media

Add images and PDFs to estimates and work orders, review thumbnail previews, and manage file details inline.

Attach images and PDFs to estimates, invoices, and work orders with PaintScout's Media Viewer. Uploads appear as thumbnails so you can review files before opening them.

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How do you add media to estimates, work orders and invoices?

1. Click the area or line item where you want to add media.
2. Click Add Media.
3. In the Add File dialog, choose one or more files from your device or a connected source.

• With the Operations add-on, you can pull deal images into a linked estimate without leaving the estimate page. Learn more
• With the CompanyCam integration, you can select original or annotated media from your CompanyCam library. Learn more about CompanyCam

1. The files appear as thumbnails in the attachment panel.
2. Click a thumbnail to open it in the viewer.
3. Add or edit the file’s title and description. Then choose where it appears — on the estimate, work order, or both.

• For PDFs, you can scroll through pages and zoom in or out.

Supported file types include JPEG, PNG, GIF, HEIC, and PDF.

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What can you do from the Media Viewer?

From the Media Viewer, you can:

• Review all image and PDF uploads at a glance.
• Open any file from its thumbnail.
• Open any image or PDF full screen in a new browser tab.

Photos and PDFs help confirm scope for customers and give your crew more context.

The media viewer also appears when uploading files to contacts and companies.

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