Lessons
Setting the Cost Estimate View
In FilmToolz, you can customize the cost estimate view and there is a number of handy features.
Columns
You can customize the cost estimate column view. To do so, click on the relevant button in the right corner and select the columns you want to view.
This is especially convenient when you lock a cost estimate. In this case yellow Limit columns are displayed, and you can customize their view. Learn more about cost estimate locking in this module.
Commission Fee View
You can also customize the Commission Fee view. To do so, select the desired type from the drop-down list. Learn more about Commission Fee views in this module.
Cash Flow
You can enable various cash flow views, e.g. by month, week and period. Please note that when you enable the cash flow view in the cost estimate, you will not be able to change the CF view. Learn more about cash flow in this module.
Off-Balance Items
If necessary, you can add items to the Subtotal section, and they will not be taken into account in the Cost Estimate Total, but will be displayed. For example, it is required to add Contingencies to the total. Learn more about off-balance items in this module.
Cost Estimate Nesting
The cost estimate structure includes multiple parent items with sub-items, where more sub-items can be added. To quickly open the levels of the cost estimate, use a special filter above it. Click on the level number and the estimate will open or collapse.
Negative Amount Highlighting
If necessary, you can enable red highlighting of negative amounts.