Short How-To Videos for Everyday Tasks
ScheduleReader presents project data dynamically from schedule files, and these videos show how to filter, organize and share it.
First Steps in the Application
How to Open XER Files with ScheduleReader
Open files in less than 3 seconds, because ScheduleReader does not require a database connection.
How to Customize Ribbons in ScheduleReader
Customize ribbons for your scheduling needs and navigate through the data with ease.
How to Work with Columns in ScheduleReader
Work with columns to shape the data shown in your views.
Shape the View to the Work
How to Work with Layouts in ScheduleReader
Work with, modify and apply custom layouts to your .xer project schedule files.
How to Create Custom Layouts in ScheduleReader
Create and apply custom layouts to your schedule files.
How to Format Gantt Chart Bars and Labels in ScheduleReader
Change the layout of the Gantt chart bars and labels for a personalized view of the schedules.
How to Customize the Project's Timescale in ScheduleReader
Adjust the timescale view in your schedules to quickly access the information you need.
Read the Activities and Their Logic
How to View Information for Activities in ScheduleReader
Learn how to view information for activities.
How to Work with Predecessor and Successor Activities
Navigate between successor and predecessor activities in your schedules.
How to Utilize Calendar View for Activities in ScheduleReader
Explore the Calendar View - Activities functionality.
Focus on the Data That Matters
How to Filter Your Project Data in ScheduleReader
Use the filters and auto filters to access the project data you need.
How to Create and Modify User-Defined Filters in ScheduleReader
Work with filters to quickly access any information and display the necessary project data in your views.
How to Create Groups and Filters in ScheduleReader
Create groups and custom filters for your project data.
How to Group and Sort WBS in ScheduleReader
Group, sort, organize and arrange the WBS by multiple Activity Codes and UDFs.
How to Filter, Group and Sort Projects in ScheduleReader
Filter and group data, and organize and arrange projects by project codes, UDFs or more than one parameter.
From Field Updates to Finished Reports
How to Add Resources and Roles in ScheduleReader
Add resources and roles using the Progress Update feature.
How to Edit an Activity with Progress Update
Propose assignment and activity feedback to supervisors: % complete, actual dates and activity status, entered in the Progress Update mode. The same workflow is described on the progress update page.
How to Create DCMA 14 Point Assessment Report
Create a one-page graphical DCMA 14-point assessment report.
How to Export the DCMA 14 Schedule Assessment Report to Excel
Transfer the report data from ScheduleReader to MS Excel with a simple copy and paste.
How to View and Analyze Earned Value Data in ScheduleReader
Perform earned value analysis and view the schedule and cost parameters related to it.
How to Create and Print Stacked Histograms in ScheduleReader
Create stacked histograms to see the relative proportion of resource and role allocation and total labor.
How to Work with Activity, WBS and Project Report Categories
Use the graphical Activity, WBS and Project report categories.
How to Create Custom Reports in ScheduleReader
Create custom reports and see how they support project scheduling.
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