> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.hiveinspect.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Inspection Functions

> Master all inspection management functions including report previews, client links, automation tracking, agreements, and manual override options

⏱️ **Estimated time:** \~15 minutes

## Video Tutorial

<Card title="Guide to Accessing Miscellaneous Functions for Inspections" icon="circle-play">
  <iframe width="100%" height="450" src="https://www.loom.com/embed/2f3c49eeca1b42c699f39934e1a8c16a" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen />
</Card>

<Steps>
  <Step title="Accessing the Inspection Functions — 0:00">
    * Locate the three dots for the inspection
    * Click to reveal miscellaneous functions related to the inspection

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-1.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=ddf880fe81b07cd7b765ed184bde7fc1" alt="Accessing inspection functions" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -1.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Report Editing — 0:11">
    * Click on the report editing option
    * View all templates associated with the inspection
    * Options available:
      * Publish or edit reports directly from the screen
      * Add more reports from the template list
      * Publish all reports at once

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-2.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=4d2d6d00b15c1a2ea775d51150ed1f4e" alt="Report editing" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -2.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Report Preview — 0:33">
    * Click on the **Preview** button to access the report preview screen
    * View everything the client will see in the future, regardless of payment or agreement status
    * Check the status of the report (e.g., in progress) and any additional reports

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-3.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=734d3891b0e03926e12f79f47b762539" alt="Report preview" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -3.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Client Inspection Review Link — 1:17">
    * Click on the client link to access the inspection review link
    * Use this link in upsell placeholders for clients to review add-on services
    * Clients can edit and add services, updating the invoice price

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-4.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=fda3e4420572eebe497457634419dba1" alt="Client inspection review link" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -4.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Automation Tracking — 1:43">
    * Click on the automation option to track sent messages
    * View whether automation was successful or failed
    * Option to resend automation messages

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-5.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=8642b963445f82032671fca3f979b356" alt="Automation tracking" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -5.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Agreements Management — 2:11">
    * Access signed agreements by clicking on the agreements option
    * View or download signed agreements

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-6.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=b182b8c50d6a248c56038b57d801afe2" alt="Agreements management" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -6.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Report Views — 2:24">
    * Check report views to see who has logged into the reports portal for this inspection
    * For a comprehensive view, visit the reports portal sidebar

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-7.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=41e9fb06b6043a880b0d3331d1999961" alt="Report views" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -7.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Updating Inspection Status — 2:42">
    * Use the status option to update the inspection status without deleting it
    * Options include:
      * Review mode
      * Draft mode
      * Cancel inspection
    * Confirm the status change

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-8.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=c6983c2145a3ea76410bcb173c8477de" alt="Updating inspection status" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -8.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Deleting Inspections — 3:00">
    * Click delete to prompt cancellation
    * Confirm deletion if necessary
    * Note: Canceled automation will trigger in both cancellation and deletion cases

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-9.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=75737307c4d1f1441b3cb72106947346" alt="Deleting inspections" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -9.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Manual Override for Reports — 3:22">
    * Understand the process to unlock reports (payment and agreement required)
    * Option to manually unlock or lock reports for clients
    * Useful for cases where ACH payments are involved and reports need to be unlocked before payment settles

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP/images/Inspection%20Function%20-10.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=xYKGp_3A44kyTeKP&q=85&s=948c74ccb615784a0adf312ee070b87c" alt="Manual override for reports" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Inspection Function -10.avif" />
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Check>
  **Congratulations!** You've completed the Hive onboarding! You now have all the tools and knowledge to:

  * Manage your business settings and calendar
  * Create and customize inspection templates
  * Configure services, pricing, and payments
  * Automate client communications
  * Schedule and conduct inspections
  * Write and publish professional reports
  * Understand the client experience

  You're ready to streamline your inspection business with Hive. If you need help, refer back to these guides or contact support.
</Check>

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Client Portal" href="/inspections-and-reports/client-portal">
    Understand what your clients see and can do in their inspection portal, including viewing reports, signing agreements, and making payments
  </Card>

  <Card title="Book Inspection" href="/how-tos/booking-online-inspection">
    Step-by-step guide for homebuyers to schedule an inspection
  </Card>
</CardGroup>
