Want to have a copy of the Token Library?
Contact [email protected] and we will send you the list of tokens so you can customize your templates to use in DISCUS.
Want to edit the IDA candidate output?
Mouse over the orange IDA box which has incorrect dimensions and enter the proper values, such as 45 deg, .04 R, .04 Dia, .04 Dia (or R) Min, or Max. Click the checkmark, and the [...]
Want to convert all dimensions to Inches or Metric?
Click Edit and Select All. In the Bill of Characteristics, right-click and select Convert to Inches or Metric as you wish.
Mastering Manufacturing Excellence With a Quality Management System
Whether it’s due to the changing political landscape or environmental regulations, manufacturers face the constant challenge of delivering high-quality products. Meeting customer expectations while navigating stringent regulations requires more than just good intentions; it demands [...]
Want to Add Part Type Fields?
Under Settings and Profile Settings, click Part Type Fields and add a Part Type, such as COTs, etc. This item will then be available to you as a drop-down list on the Parts List tab [...]
Want to Speed up IDA® Processing?
When you load the drawing, click Exclude and you can select as many sections of the drawing and pages you want to exclude from the processing.
Want to check out the enhancements for DISCUS 2025?
Find the list here https://www.discussoftware.com/general/announcing-major-update-discus-2025-is-released/! 2025 is a Home Run!
Want to view a Youtube training session for creating templates, available 24/7!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZORg3gxbb0
Want to learn how to create custom fields and templates?
Join our advanced Training class! Click to register for 24 April at 11am EDT. https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6298235046796817751
Want to locate your templates in DISCUS?
With data in DISCUS, click Export Report using Excel and click Manage and select the option to show the full path. This is the location where your templates are stored, so you can access and [...]
PPAP Requirements: 2024 Guide
The production part approval process, or PPAP, is a quality control and approval process in the manufacturing industry. Its purpose is to help ensure that parts can meet customer-specific requirements every time. However, it doesn’t [...]
Want to filter the Pass/Fail/Warning or not recorded Results?
Easy! Click your Results tab and at the bottom of the BoC are color icons to click for the status of the results. Easily see which results you need to enter, and which ones are [...]
Want to Load your template into DISCUS?
With data in the Bill of Characteristics (BoC) click to export template to Excel. Click Manage Template and then click the upload function. Your template will be ready for you to use!
Want a First Piece Acceptance Template?
This template not only parses out the nominal, upper and lower tolerances, but displays the upper and lower spec limits! Contact [email protected] to get a copy of this template.
Want to create your own templates?
Access our Youtube video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZORg3gxbb0
Want to enter Designed Tooling for multiple dimensions?
In Results and Configure Fields, enter the Designed Tooling. Then in the Bill of Characteristics (BoC), select all the characteristics to have that designed tooling. Right click and select Edit Multiple Characteristics. Click the check [...]
Need to enter Pass/Fail for dimensional results?
Under Result Settings enter the Pass value and the Fail value as text. Then in the Bill of Characteristics (BoC) with the Results tab displayed, enter the value in the Results field.
Want to Add/Remove values in the Bill of Characteristics (BoC)?
Access this via Settings, Profile Settings and Detail Panel to add/remove a tab in the BoC).
Want to add another value to your Class designation?
Under Settings and Profile Settings, access the Class and then click to add a value, such as N/A or Safety. This will then be available for you as a drop down. You can select the [...]
Want to manage your backup settings?
Access this via Settings, Application Settings and Backup/Autosave, to increase or decrease the backups.