Construction photo documentation means capturing job site work with images—before, during, and after—so you have a visual record. The canvas markup tool takes it further: draw on photos, highlight issues, show exactly what needs to be done. All from your phone or tablet.
What You Can Do with the Canvas Tool
Freehand Drawing
Draw directly on job site photos:
- Freehand lines and shapes with your finger or stylus
- Arrows to point out areas that need attention
- Circle or highlight problems with colored drawing
- Text annotations for explanations
- Multiple colors for different markup types
Simple and Effective
Designed for speed on the job site:
- Works with your finger—no stylus required
- Undo mistakes instantly
- Quick color selection
- Marked-up photos save to your project automatically
How It Helps Contractors
The canvas tool solves common communication problems:
- Show, don't tell: Draw on the photo instead of describing in text
- Clarity: Point out exactly what needs attention with arrows and highlights
- Documentation: Clear visual records for disputes and inspections
- Efficiency: Less back-and-forth—show exactly what you mean
Real-World Use Cases
- Change orders: Mark exactly what needs to be changed
- Quality control: Highlight defects that need correction
- Progress tracking: Show completed work and next steps
- Client communication: Visual explanations clients understand
- Team coordination: Your crew knows exactly what to do
- Installation instructions: Show where things should go
Tips for Effective Photo Markup
- Use different colors: Red for problems, green for completed work, yellow for questions
- Add text notes: Combine drawings with written explanations
- Take before/after photos: Document changes over time
- Be specific: Use arrows to point to exact locations
- Keep it simple: Clear markups beat complex diagrams
Getting Started
Download FORMA from the App Store. The canvas tool is in all plans—open any project photo, tap the canvas icon, start marking up. Photos save automatically.