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YG's CBD Installation Guide

This document provides instructions for installing YG's Cost Breakdown Tool (YG's CBD). It outlines the system requirements, registration process, and troubleshooting tips. The system requires Windows 10 or 11, Excel 2010/2013/2016, and storage on a partition other than C. Users can test a demonstration version or register for the full version by providing payment details. Troubleshooting addresses issues like lacking another partition, enabling macros, and resolving error messages.

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YG's CBD Installation Guide

This document provides instructions for installing YG's Cost Breakdown Tool (YG's CBD). It outlines the system requirements, registration process, and troubleshooting tips. The system requires Windows 10 or 11, Excel 2010/2013/2016, and storage on a partition other than C. Users can test a demonstration version or register for the full version by providing payment details. Troubleshooting addresses issues like lacking another partition, enabling macros, and resolving error messages.

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  • Welcome and System Requirements
  • System Testing and Activation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Registration for Full Version

Welcome

How to Install YG's Cost Breakdown Tool (YG's CBD)

The following are system requirements to install YG's CBD

 Windows 10 or 11 operating system

 Excel 2010 , 2013 or 2016

 A Partition other than C Drive

Additional Notes

* If your PC does not fulfil the system requirements, proceed to Step 3: [Trouble
shooting]

** If your PC's operating system is windows 10 or 11 and you are in Addis Ababa, you
may request a technician to be sent for the installation. Apply by sending your name,
telephone number and physical address via telegram ([Link] or Email
(YGsCBD2015@[Link]). A technician will contact you and there will be an
additional service charge of ETH Birr 300.

1. Testing the System and Activating a Demonstration Version (Free)

(1.1) Copy & Paste YG's CBD Package into a drive other than C Drive; (Remember
that “My documents”, “Desktop”, “Downloads”, “Telegram Desktop” are all
sub folders under drive C and thus are not allowed)

(1.2) Open the "Master CBD" file from the package you copied on your computer;

(1.3) Click Enable Content message found at the top of the screen, under the
formula bar; please note that the MACROs in YGs CBD are 100% safe and
essential to customize EXCEL for construction cost breakdown purposes.

(1.4) If YG's CBD Demonstration Version opens, then procced to Step 2 to register ,
or continue using the Demonstration copy with limited functionality;

(1.5) If you have any problems proceed to Step 3: [Trouble shooting].


2. Registration to have a Fully Working Version (Paid)

(2.1) Open Excel, then open the "Registration File" and choose "Enable Content";

(2.2) Provide the necessary data and register either by Telegram or through E-mail
by following the instructions;

(2.3) When you receive confirmation of application, pay the required fee and send
the bank transfer slip via Telegram or E-Mail;

(2.4) A Password which is specific to your PC will be sent to you via telegram and
email;

(2.5) Open the registration file again, provide the password sent to you and click
Register;

(2.6) YG's CBD is now registered and fully functional. Note: Please do not delete
the telegram /Email message which contains your application data since it
may be required for possible future updates.
2.

3. Trouble Shooting

(3.1) I don't have a partition other than C

(a) Open Windows Management by pressing "Windows + R" on your keyboard


and type “[Link]”;
(b) In the pop-up window, right click on C drive and select "Shrink Volume";

(c) In the pop-up window, enter the amount of space to shrink. In our case
at least 1000 MB needs to be allocated;

(d) Click "Shrink" and preview an unallocated space next to C drive;

(e) Then, right click on it and select “New Simple Volume”;

(f) Then, partition a new volume in windows by following the instructions.


you may name the volume label "YGsCBD" for ease of reference.
(g)

(3.2) I could not find the “Enable Content” message

Possible Reason: Security settings are set too high. The MACROs in YGs CBD
are 100% safe and essential to customize EXCEL for construction cost
breakdown. To enable macros follow these steps:

For excel 2010 & 2013

(a) Open any excel file then go to: File >> options >> trust center >> trust
center settings >> macro settings >> select “disable with notification”;

(b) Then, open YG's CBD Master File, the Enable content option will be
displayed

For excel 2016

a. Close the current file and locate the Master CBD file from the DRIVE you
saved it in. Then RIGHT CLICK ON THE FILE NAME and select PROPERTIES.
Finally check the UNBLOCK box on the SECURITY section near the bottom
and click OK.
b. Then, open YG's CBD Master File.
a)

(3.3) I have done all this but I still get Error Message

Possible Reason #1: You have saved the file on Drive C

YG's CBD should be saved on a drive other than C. See 3.2 above on how to
create a new partition.

Possible Reason #2: You opened the Master File while another workbook is
open. Save your other work and close it, without exiting MS Excel (Go to File
menu and choose Close), then open the Master CBD file. You can open any file
once the CBD is runing.

Common questions

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To create a new volume when only the C Drive is available, open Windows Management by pressing 'Windows + R' and typing 'diskmgmt.msc'. Right-click on the C Drive and select 'Shrink Volume'. Enter at least 1000 MB to shrink and then right-click the unallocated space to format it into a 'New Simple Volume'. This new volume provides an alternative location to store YG's CBD, which prevents conflicts from running off the C Drive .

The 'Enable Content' message is essential because it allows macros to operate, which are crucial for the software's functionality, specifically for customizing Excel to perform construction cost breakdowns. Without enabling these macros, the tool cannot function correctly .

Maintaining the telegram/email message with application data is crucial because it may be required for future updates, ensuring continuity and full functionality of YG's CBD. Losing this data could hinder access to updates and support, potentially necessitating repurchase or re-registration .

To register for a fully functional version, you open Excel, enable content in the 'Registration File', provide necessary data, and send the data via Telegram or email. After payment and sending the bank transfer slip, a specific password for the PC is shared. Enter this password into the registration file to activate it. Retaining the application data is important because it may be required for future updates .

Potential error reasons include saving YG's CBD on the C Drive, or having another workbook open when trying to open the Master File. Corrective measures involve saving the CBD on another partition and ensuring other workbooks are closed without exiting Excel to successfully open the Master CBD file .

The primary system requirements to install YG's CBD include having a Windows 10 or 11 operating system, Microsoft Excel versions 2010, 2013, or 2016, and a partition other than the C Drive .

The security settings in Excel affect the enabling of macros, which are crucial for customizing YG's CBD for construction tasks. While lowering security to allow macros makes the tool operational, it potentially increases risk from other less secure macros. It is prudent to adjust settings per file requirements, allowing macros selectively to mitigate security concerns .

Saving YG's CBD package in default folders such as 'My Documents', 'Desktop', 'Downloads', or 'Telegram Desktop' is not recommended as they are subfolders under the C Drive, which is not permitted. Instead, the package should be copied to a drive other than the C Drive, which can be created if necessary .

If the 'Enable Content' message does not appear, the security settings in Excel are likely set too high. For Excel 2010 and 2013, go to 'File > Options > Trust Center > Trust Center Settings > Macro Settings' to select 'disable with notification'. For Excel 2016, close the file, right-click the 'Master CBD' file, select 'Properties', and check 'Unblock' in the security section. This enables macros that are essential for YG's CBD .

Users in Addis Ababa may request a technician to help with installation by providing personal details via Telegram or email. Upon contact, a service charge of ETH Birr 300 applies .

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