Knowledgebase

How-to videos

The following videos cover the key skills that are required to really get the most out of HBXL software.

EstimatorXpress Quick Quote Videos 3

• Getting Started - Introduction to Quick Quote
• How to Add Rooms to Quick Quote
• How to Add Additional Templates to Quick Quote

EstimatorXpress Getting Started Videos 15

• Getting Started - Creating a New Estimate
• Getting Started - Importing a PlansXpress Drawing into EstimatorXpress for Rapid Take off
• Getting Started - Brick and Block Cavity Wall
• Getting Started - Structural Opening
• Getting Started - Apex Valley Roof

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EstimatorXpress Videos 25

• Setting up your EstimatorXpress Backup Folder
• Setting up and using the EstimatorXpress Backup & Sharing folder
• Using EstimatorXpress' My Projects
• EstimatorXpress - The Crystal PVC-U Bonus Pack - Windows
• Estimating a Conservatory using a combination of standard and Crystal Direct workbooks

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PlansXpress Getting Started Videos 20

• PlansXpress: Getting Started - Introduction
• PlansXpress: Getting Started - Construction lines
• PlansXpress: Getting Started - External Walls
• PlansXpress: Getting Started - Internal Walls
• PlansXpress: Getting Started - Adding Windows

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PlansXpress Videos 20

• Drawing L Shaped Roof with Hip and Gable End
• Loft Drawing in PlansXpress
• PlansXpress - Manipulating Roof Lines
• PlansXpress Renovation Tools
• How to create levels in PlansXpress

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Visual Estimating Training Videos 19

• Visual Estimating - Introduction to Video Series
• Visual Estimating - Loading a Drawing and Introduction to Ribbons
• Visual Estimating - Design and Estimating Basic Drawing Techniques Part 1
• Visual Estimating - Design and Estimating Basic Drawing Techniques Part 2
• Visual Estimating - Drawing Walls, Doors and Windows

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ContractsXpert Getting Started Videos 4

• ContractsXpert Main Menu and X-Connex Import from EstimatorXpress
• ContractsXpert Creating a Small Works Contract
• ContractsXpert Creating a Subcontractor Contract
• ContractsXpert Publishing Contracts (PDF)

Health & SafetyXpert Getting Started Videos 10

• New Health & Safety Xpert 2016 Preview, Printing and Exporting functions
• Creating a Health & Safety Project from an Estimate
• Starting a Project with Health & Safety Xpert 2016
• Modifying the Company Health & Safety Policy with Health & Safety Xpert 2016
• How to write Pre Construction Information with Health & Safety Xpert 2016

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Health & Safety Xpert Videos 2

• Health & Safety Xpert Webinar v2015
• Changing the logo in Health & Safety Xpert

ProjectXpert Getting Started Videos 7

• Creating a project manually - Starting a new project
• Creating a project manually - Setting up subtasks and linking tasks
• Creating a project manually - Adding Tasks on Same Line
• Creating a project manually - Linking Resources to Tasks
• Managing the progress of a project

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ProjectXpert Videos 4

• ProjectXpert - the ultimate project management software tool for the construction industry
• ProjectXpert 2017 Overview
• Project Xpert 2017 - Importing and Managing your EstimatorXpress Projects.
• ProjectXpert 2017 - Quick Manual Project

FAQ's & Troubleshooting

EstimatorXpress FAQ's 33

• Excel Crashing while EstimatorXpress is at 30% of loading
• Quick Quote will not run - unable to download workbooks
• EstimatorXpress asking for password after closing.
• Finding your Builder ID & Password in EstimatorXpress
• Optimising Windows and Excel for running EstimatorXpress

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PlansXpress FAQ's 18

• Exported PDF is blank or only showing part of the plan.
• Microsoft "Error" Messages when installing PlansXpress
• PlansXpress stops working after you upgrade to Windows 10
• Importing an OS map in to PlansXpress
• Create a drawing template including your company details and logo.

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Health & Safety Xpert FAQ’s 5

• Using Office 2016 with Health & Safety Xpert
• Health & Safety Xpert stops working after you upgrade to Windows 10
• Finding your User ID & Password in Health & Safety Xpert
• Health & Safety Xpert - How to change the default logo
• Changing the default save folder for Health & Safety Xpert projects and documents

ContractsXpert FAQ’s 3

• ContractsXpert 2 stops working after you upgrade to Windows 10
• Importing pre EstimatorXpress 2015 estimates into ContractsXpert 2016
• Finding your User ID & Password in ContractsXpert

ProjectXpert FAQs 3

• ProjectXpert 2 won't run - gives a "side by side" error
• ProjectXpert stops working after you upgrade to Windows 10
• Finding your User ID & Password in Project Xpert

Training

Check out our range of training options and our library of pre-recorded webinars

Training options 5

• Online Training
• EstimatorXpress Software Skills Remote Training
• Rapid Take-off & Estimate Kit Software Skills Remote Training
• 1-2-1 Training
• Software Consultancy

Health & Safety e-learning 12

• Asbestos Awareness Course - £25+VAT pp
• Asbestos Awareness for Architects and Designers - Course £35+VAT pp
• Working at Height - Course £25+VAT pp
• Manual Handling - Course £25+VAT pp
• Abrasive Wheels - Course £35 +VAT pp

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Pre Recorded Webinars 9

• EstimatorXpress Training Webinar - Reports
• EstimatorXpress Training Webinars - Product Management
• PlansXpress v4 training webinar November 2014
• Live Webinar - EstimatorXpress Free Training Webinar Feb 2015
• PlansXpress Free Training Webinar August 2013 (PlansXpress v3)

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EstimatorXpress Software Skills Remote Training Videos 5

• EstimatorXpress Training Video - Module 1 The Price Book and My Favourites
• EstimatorXpress Training Video - Module 2 Specifications and other Settings
• EstimatorXpress Training Video - Module 3 Part 1 Estimating with Quick Quote
• EstimatorXpress Training Video - Module 3 Part 2 Estimating with Estimating Calculators
• EstimatorXpress Training Video - Module 4 Reports and the Quote Wizard

Rapid Take-off and Estimate Software Skills Remote Training Videos 4

• Rapid Take-off and Estimate Training Video - Module 1
• Rapid Take-off and Estimate Training Video - Module 2
• Rapid Take-off and Estimate Training Video - Module 3
• Rapid Take-off and Estimate Training Video - Module 4

User Guides

Browse these invaluable written resources to help you set up and learn how to use your software.

EstimatorXpress User Guides 7

• EstimatorXpress 2017 User Guide
• EstimatorXpress 2015 User Guide
• EstimatorXpress Version 8 User Guide
• EstimatorXpress Version 7 User Guide
• Power Pack Tutorials

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PlansXpress User Guides 4

• PlansXpress Version 4 User Guide
• PlansXpress Version 3 User Guide
• 3D PhotoVisualiser User Guide
• PlansXpress Shortcut Keys

Health & Safety Xpert User Guides 8

• Health & Safety Xpert 2018 User Guide
• Health & Safety Xpert 2017 User Guide
• The HBXL guide to getting the best out of the HSG65 ‘Managing for health and safety’ approach
• Using Health & Safety Xpert to fulfill your health & safety obligations
• Health & Safety Xpert 2016 User Guide

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ContractsXpert 2016 User Guides 1

• User Guide Videos

Software Updates

Find all the latest software updates for your HBXL products.

To download your latest software updates, you must own a full licence of the software and have an up-to-date Support & Updates package in place for it.

If your Support & Updates has expired then make sure you renew online or call our Support Team on 0845 1234 085

EstimatorXpress Updates 3

• Your current version is EstimatorXpress 2017 or 2018
• Your current version is EstimatorXpress 2015 or older
• EstimatorXpress Version Comparison Table

PlansXpress Updates 5

• Your current version is PlansXpress version 4 or 5
• Your current version is PlansXpress version 1, 2 or 3
• 3D PhotoVisualiser for PlansXpress v.4
• 3D PhotoVisualiser for PlansXpress v.3
• PlansXpress Version Comparison Table

Health & Safety Xpert Updates 4

• Your current version is Health & Safety Xpert version 2018, 2017, 2016 or 2015
• Your current version is HSX version 5
• Your current version is HSX version 1, 2, 3 or 4
• Health & Safety Xpert Version Comparison Table

ContractsXpert Updates 3

• Your current version is ContractsXpert 2016 or 2018
• Your current version is ContractsXpert version 1 or version 2
• ContractsXpert Version Comparison Table

ProjectXpert Updates 3

• Your current version is Project Xpert version 2
• Your current version is ProjectXpert version 1
• ProjectXpert Version Comparison Table