> ## 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.

# Web Editor

> Complete guide to reviewing, editing, and publishing inspection reports using Hive's Web Editor after completing your on-site inspection

⏱️ **Estimated time:** \~15 minutes

## Video Tutorial

<Card title="Using Web Editor for Inspection Reports" icon="circle-play">
  <iframe width="100%" height="450" src="https://www.loom.com/embed/b6b655e3a6694dc1b1c3bc18dfb321da?t=19" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen />
</Card>

<Steps>
  <Step title="Introduction to Web Editor — 0:00">
    * Overview of using Web Editor to add or update information
    * Assumes prior inspection was completed using a mobile app

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-1.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=5ed031859366d0eb342a9df259f068fd" alt="Introduction to Web Editor" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-1.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Accessing Inspections — 0:11">
    * Go to your dashboard
    * Click on **Inspections**
    * Locate the inspection you want to edit

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-2.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=d7943e455373704459c77e02f33b364e" alt="Accessing inspections" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-2.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Editing Reports — 0:24">
    * Click on the three dots next to the inspection
    * Select **Reports**
    * Alternatively, click **Edit Reports** from the inspection management page

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-3.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=ca568cc72fbb52ed56cdafe4f29ae52c" alt="Editing reports" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-3.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Adding or Updating Reports — 0:36">
    * View the list of templates/reports for the selected inspection
    * To add a new report, click **Add Report**
    * To edit an existing report, click **Edit**

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-4.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=6de96031be87120d24b7a9ea5332fef6" alt="Adding or updating reports" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-4.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Navigating the Web Editor — 1:09">
    * Sections and subsections are displayed on the left
    * Various fields are available for input, including checkbox items

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-5.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=34fc6775ad71d274f32933dfbfcbbf0a" alt="Navigating the Web Editor" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-5.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Adding Images — 1:29">
    * Upload images captured (e.g., from a drone) by multi-selecting files from your laptop
    * Uploaded images will update the count and check relevant fields automatically

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-6.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=14dc5dc979ce1dff765e198dbcc68f4f" alt="Adding images" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-6.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Viewing Report Components — 2:02">
    * Toggle between sequential and side-by-side view of report components

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-7.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=791c91fc0467fdf6adfe7366b38a8afd" alt="Viewing report components" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-7.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Using Ratings — 2:11">
    * Enable basic ratings from the template editor if needed

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-8.jpg?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=6bf2795c2e726e971af77ee3b1abfa0a" alt="Using ratings" width="3342" height="2160" data-path="images/Web-Editor-8.jpg" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Accessing Photobank — 2:28">
    * Click **in-report photobank** to view images added to the inspection
    * Use **CYA photobank** for additional images

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-9.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=0bc4bf1ceb560edb3127e9a041534cbd" alt="Accessing photobank" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-9.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Previewing the Report — 2:39">
    * Click **Preview Report** to see how it will appear to customers
    * Note that the report is locked until published

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-10.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=3fde89fe15780fdd6b20098ca31391c0" alt="Previewing the report" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-10.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Final Edits and Publishing — 3:11">
    * Make any final edits and refresh the page as needed
    * Click **Publish** to finalize the report

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-11.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=efe5c7fb5fb6e0e10952b70c8a373d53" alt="Final edits and publishing" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-11.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Saving Changes to Template — 3:31">
    * Use **Save to Template** to update the template for future reports based on recent changes

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-12.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=9b7eee3408221c99bab9eb9c3c774e82" alt="Saving changes to template" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-12.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Flagging Issues — 3:49">
    * Flag any fields that require further research before publishing
    * Remove flags once issues are resolved

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-13.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=56c97a240dbd453b110274a19278fe54" alt="Flagging issues" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-13.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Updating Cover Photo — 4:39">
    * Use the designated button to update the cover photo of the report

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-14.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=9508ab3ab32ad6df828b773a742bb86a" alt="Updating cover photo" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-14.avif" />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Conclusion — 4:50">
    * Summary of the report view and editor functionalities

    <img src="https://mintcdn.com/hiveinspect-43c85ed1/Ish45kXj50EQHADF/images/Web-Editor-15.avif?fit=max&auto=format&n=Ish45kXj50EQHADF&q=85&s=67c781113bdc09e7459cd9fc75acbb9a" alt="Conclusion" width="1920" height="1241" data-path="images/Web-Editor-15.avif" />
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Use the flag feature to mark fields that need further research before publishing. The **Save to Template** option is powerful for updating your master template based on common findings. Always preview your report before publishing to ensure it displays correctly for clients!
</Tip>

## Next Step →

After editing reports, learn what your clients see and how they interact with their inspection portal.

Continue to: **Understanding the Client Portal**

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Mobile Reports" href="/inspections-and-reports/mobile-reports">
    Complete guide to writing inspection reports on-site using the Hive mobile app with offline support and real-time syncing
  </Card>

  <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>
</CardGroup>
