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Review and manage document details in split view

Use the split-view document screen to review content, track versions, update status and tags, and collaborate via comments.

Audience

This guide is designed for project manager.

Steps

Step 1: Open the document in split view

From your documents list, select a document to open it in the split-view layout, with a mini list on the left and full details on the right.

Open the document in split view

Step 2: Navigate between documents in the mini list

Use the mini document list on the left pane to move quickly between related documents while keeping the detail view on the right in sync.

Navigate between documents in the mini list

Step 3: Review document status and source

In the header of the right pane, check the status badge and source badge to understand the current workflow state and origin of the document.

Review document status and source

Step 4: Update the document status

Use the document status control to change the workflow state, such as moving a document from draft to in review or approved, so the team can see its progress.

Update the document status

Step 5: Edit document metadata and tags

Open the metadata area to adjust key fields and use the tags editor to add, remove, or rename tags that help categorise and filter the document.

Edit document metadata and tags

Step 6: View and edit the document content

On the Content tab, review the main body of the document and, where enabled, use the editing tools to update text, apply formatting, and save your changes.

View and edit the document content

Step 7: Use AI-assisted tools on the content

Where available, trigger AI-powered actions such as drafting, refining, or summarising content to speed up document preparation.

Use AI-assisted tools on the content

Step 8: Review connections to other items

Open the Connections tab to see how this document links to other documents, drawings, reports, or workflows, helping you understand its wider context.

Review connections to other items

Step 9: Track versions and revision history

On the Versions tab, review the revision chain to see past versions, who changed what, and when those changes were made.

Track versions and revision history

Step 10: Download or export specific revisions

From the Versions tab, use the download and export options to retrieve a particular revision or generate a PDF copy for sharing or offline review.

Download or export specific revisions

Step 11: Export reports as PDFs

For report-type documents, use the export controls to generate and download a formatted PDF, selecting the appropriate category or format where required.

Export reports as PDFs

Step 12: Compare drawing revisions

When available, use the comparison tools to generate a visual comparison between drawing revisions, highlighting differences between versions.

Compare drawing revisions

Step 13: Read and add comments

Open the Comments tab to review existing discussion and add new comments so your team can collaborate directly on the document.

Read and add comments

Step 14: Mention team members in comments

When writing a comment, @-mention relevant team members so they receive a notification and can respond directly to specific points.

Mention team members in comments

Step 15: Share and open the document externally

Use the share and external link controls, where available, to generate a shareable link or open the document in its original source system.

Share and open the document externally

Step 16: Adjust the split view layout

Use the maximise and minimise controls to focus on either the document list or the detail pane, depending on whether you are browsing or editing.

Adjust the split view layout


Last updated: 2026-06-29