Using Excel Macros

NOTE-- We retired the MacNail estimating program in 2000, and replaced it with Goldenseal construction estimating software. There are still a significant number of die-hard MacNail users, so we keep the manuals online for them! Goldenseal is an integrated program that also includes accounting, scheduling and contract writing features. It does not require Excel, and uses much simpler menu commands.

Using option-command keys

Many of the commands in the MacNail construction management software have keyboard shortcuts. They are listed at the end of the explanation for each menu command.

All MacNail keyboard shortcuts work in both upper and lower case forms. Option-command-[letter] and shift-option-command-[letter] will have the same results.

To use a keyboard shortcut:
1. Hold down the option and command keys. Sometimes the command key is labelled with an apple or a 'cloverleaf'.
2. Type the desired letter.

Using multiple Managers

Upon opening, each MacNail Manager will close any other Managers that are already open. This prevents conflicts with menu items and option-command codes.

If you are using non-MacNail macros, close them first before opening any of the MacNail Managers. There may be conflicts otherwise.