Introduction

Deta Studio is a cloud-based PDF markup tool built for architecture, engineering, and construction professionals.

Introduction

Deta Studio is a cloud-based PDF markup tool built for architecture, engineering, and construction professionals. Whether you're reviewing construction drawings, coordinating design changes, or conducting plan checks, Deta Studio helps you mark up PDFs and collaborate with your team in real-time.

What is Deta Studio?

Deta Studio streamlines the review process for technical drawings and design plans. Create visual markups, share feedback instantly, and keep your entire team synchronized—all within your browser.

Getting Started

Getting started with Deta Studio takes just a few steps:

  1. Sign up – Create your account at deta.studio
  2. Upload your first PDF – Drag and drop a drawing to create a new project
  3. Start marking up – Your PDF opens automatically in the canvas view, ready for review

Core Features

Deta Studio includes everything you need for collaborative PDF review:

  • File Upload & Management – Organize drawings with folders and file structures
  • Markup Toolbox – Access drawing tools designed for technical review
  • Team Spaces – Share projects and control access across your organization
  • Real-Time Collaboration – See changes as teammates mark up the same document
  • Measurement Tools – Take accurate measurements directly on your drawings
  • Comment & Annotations – Add context to your markups with threaded comments

Markup Tools

Deta Studio includes a full set of tools for annotating and reviewing construction drawings. Click any tool below to jump to its documentation:

Annotation Tools

  • Comment Tool – Add text comments and notes directly on drawings
  • Point Tool – Mark specific locations with clickable points
  • Text Tool – Insert formatted text annotations

Measurement Tools

  • Dimension Tool – Measure distances and create dimension lines
  • Area Tool – Calculate areas and perimeters of regions

Drawing Tools

Utility Tools

  • Select Tool – Select and modify existing markups
  • Pan Tool – Navigate around large drawings
  • Image Tool – Insert images and photos into drawings

Collaboration

Ready to dive deeper? Continue to the Quick Start Guide or browse all Markup Tools in detail.