In situations where there are 2+ design previews for the same order, you are able to compare previous design iterations side-by-side. This tool helps visualize how feedback is incorporated in subsequent designs to help hone in on details.
Orders eligible for design comparison
Design comparison is only available for orders with 2+ design previews associated with them. If the order has 2+ design previews, then it also must be one of the following types of cases:
- Crown
- Bridge
- Implant
- Implant-bridge
- Full denture
- Physical model
- Physical waxup
How to access the 'Compare Design History' tool
The 'Compare Design History' tool is only available for design previews that have had 2+ redesigns requested.
Step 1 - Navigate to the Order Details page on Portal
- On Portal, locate the order whose design previews you wish to compare.
Step 2 - Click the 'Open design preview' button embedded in the order tracker
- On the Order Details page, click the 'Open design preview' button embedded in the order tracker to proceed to reviewing the orders' design preview.
Step 3 - Click the 'Compare design history' button
- When viewing an eligible design preview, the 'Compare design history' button will be available to select.
Step 4 - Compare design histories
- On the screen, you will see two design previews side-by-side that can be reviewed simultaneously.
Step 5 - Toggle through additional design previews (if available)
- If there are 3+ design previews for this order, you can toggle between designs for comparison.
- To switch to a different design, select the design's date label (e.g. 'Current Design: Pending Review') to adjust which design is being displayed.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the purpose of the Compare Design History tool?
A: This tool helps visualize changes between design iterations to see how feedback is incorporated, reducing the need for additional cycles.
Q: Does the comparison tool automatically select the most recent designs?
A: Yes, the tool defaults to show the most recent two designs. You can manually toggle to view other versions.
Q: My order has 2+ design previews associated with it, but the tool isn't available. Why?
A: The most likely reason is that the order type does not currently have this tool available for it just yet. The list above specifies the only eligible order types.
Q: How do I access the feature for older design versions?
A: Toggle between designs in the tool to view earlier iterations in the history.