Step by step instructions and screenshots
Note: The below represents the default settings in Estimating Link. A user can/may change these settings.
Quick Links
Send Logfiles through Estimating Link
Logfiles
Send via Estimating Link
This is the most efficient way to report an issue. This option allows you to send your logfile and your project.
To send a project and/or logfiles directly from Estimating Link, in Estimating Link, go to Help > Send Logfiles:
The Send Log Files window will appear:
Enter information into the fields:
- Your information in the Contact, Phone Number and Email fields.
- Choose Installation type:
- If you are using a stand-alone license, choose workstation
- If you are connected to an on-premise server or are using a TCLI Virtual Desktop, choose server
- In Problem Details, type a brief explanation of the issue you are experiencing.
- Project Name - To select the project that you would like to send, click the Select Project button. The Select Project window will appear:
- Select the project and click Ok.
- Your attached project will now show next to Project Name on the Send Logfile window.
- Click the Send Log button.
You will receive a confirmation message that your logfiles have been sent.
Send Logfile Manually
Send Project Manually
This is to send a project without logfiles.
Path: C:\Program Files (x86)\Construction Link\Estimating Link V3\Backups
File extension: .cli
Send Database Manually
This sends your Estimating Link Database.
Path: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft SQL Server\MSSQL12.TCLI\MSSQL\Backup
File extension: .bak
Upload the file to a files sharing service such as google drive, one drive, drop box, etc. and share the file or send a link to: support@tcli.com
By default, your database is located on your C Drive > Program Files (x86) > Microsoft SQL Server > MSSQL12.TCLI > MSSQL > Backup: