To request that a project-specific detail be promoted to your firm's typical library -- or to request an updated version of an existing typical detail -- use the Request Typical Version feature. This sends a request to your admin team to review the detail and create a standardized version.
What Is a Typical Detail?
A typical detail is a vetted, firm-standard detail approved by your admin team. Typical details carry the Typical Detail tag and are intended for reuse across all projects.
How to Request a Typical Version
Navigate to the Details tab in the top navigation bar.
Search for the detail you want to request a typical version of.
The Details page with a search query entered and results displayed.
Click the detail card, then click Open Full Detail.
A detail preview card with the Open Full Detail link highlighted.
Click the three-dot menu (more options) in the top-right corner of the detail page.
The detail page showing the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner.
Click Request Typical Version.
The dropdown menu showing the Request Typical Version option.
In the Request Information field, explain why this detail should be added to or updated in the typical library. For example:
"We use this parapet condition on every commercial project. It should be a firm standard."
"The existing typical version is outdated -- this project version has the updated flashing spec from 2026."
The Request Typical Version form with the Request Information text field.
Click Save to submit the request.
The request form with the Save button highlighted.
What Happens After You Submit
Your admin receives a notification with your request.
The admin reviews the detail and decides whether to:
Promote it to the typical library as-is
Create a modified typical version based on it
Respond with feedback if the detail is not suitable for standardization
Once a typical version is created or updated, it appears in the library with the Typical Detail tag.
FAQ
Q: Can I request a typical version for any detail?
A: Yes. You can request a typical version for any detail in the library.
Q: What if a typical version already exists?
A: Submit the request and explain what needs to be updated. Your admin reviews the existing typical against the newer version and decides whether to update it.
Q: How is this different from flagging a detail?
A: Flagging covers any issue (errors, outdated content, general feedback). Requesting a typical version specifically asks your admin to promote or update a detail in the typical library. You can also flag a detail and select the "Request Typical Version" flag type -- both workflows reach your admin.
Q: Will the original project detail change after the typical version is created?
A: No. The project-specific detail remains unchanged. Your admin creates a separate typical version based on it.
Q: How do I find typical details in the library?
A: Filter by the Typical tag on the Details page, or search with the keyword "typical." Typical details are also identifiable by the Typical Detail tag on their detail card.