This command can also be executed from the SpecsIntact Explorer's Toolbar or by using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+M.
The General tab is the starting point for creating a new Master, offering a central area to input essential Master-related information. This includes the Master name, Date Created, Title, Lead specifier, Source, Version, Path, and options to use the Working Directories button to easily add a new Working Directory.
A red asterisk (*) next to a field signifies that the information must be provided.
When a Master is backed up, all information from these tabs, including comments, is saved in the backup file.
Click the tabbed commands on the image below to see how to use each function.
- Master name - Defines the primary identifier that appears in the SpecsIntact Explorer and Windows File Explorer. This is a mandatory field that is limited to 16 characters and can only consist of letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. For consistent appearance, Master names will be displayed in uppercase and printed at the top right corner of each Section within the Master.
- Date Created - Automatically displays the system-generated date and time recorded when the Master is created.
- Title - Provides additional descriptive context and is a required companion to the Master name. It is limited to 64 characters and should be entered in either uppercase or title case.
- Lead specifier - Provides the option to identify the primary specifier responsible for this Master. You can either directly type in the name or select from a pre-existing list created and managed on the Specifiers tab.
- Source - Provides the option to capture the source of the specifications when the Master is created (e.g., UFGS May 2024, district or regional Master).
- Version - Provides the option to assign version-tracking information to a Master, but it's not a requirement.
- Path - Provides the option to use the displayed Working Directory path or select a new Working Directory from the list.
- Working Directory button - Opens the Working Directories window, where you can easily add a new Working Directory for the Master.
- Default Settings - Automatically displays the pre-selected default configuration for new Master creation, specifically the UFGS Submittal Register format and the current CSI MasterFormat version. To ensure seamless operation with legacy data, the system implements backward compatibility when pre-unification projects are opened, the Submittal Register Format will accurately reflect its historical source and format (e.g., UFGS, Army, NASA, or Navy).
Standard Windows Commands
The OK button will execute and save the selections made.
The Cancel button will close the window without recording any selections or changes entered.
The Help button will open the Help Topic for this window.
Additional Learning Tools
Download the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) Format Standard (UFS 1-300-02) from the WBDG Website's Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) page.
Watch all of the eLearning modules within Chapter 1 - Getting Started and Chapter 7 - Master Preparation.