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How to Mark Wall Stud Layouts:

1. Step 1: Place the KiXX Square flat on your 2x4 or 2x6 (your "work piece").
2. Step 2: Use the large, built-in notches at 3½" and 5½" to quickly mark the widths of 2x4s and 2x6s.
3. Step 3: For other common layout marks (like trimmer studs), use the "V Groove" path at 1½", 3", and 4½".

How to Mark Anchor Bolt Holes:

1. Step 1: Place your 2x4 or 2x6 "work piece" on the foundation next to the anchor bolt.
2. Step 2: Stand the KiXX Square on its thick edge (the "spine"). The spine is notched to fit snugly around the bolt.
3. Step 3: Find the hole that matches your material — 3½" (2x4) or 5½" (2x6).
4. Step 4: Push your pencil through the correct hole to mark the exact drill position.

How to Scribe a Parallel Line:

1. Step 1: Hook the thick edge (the "spine") of the KiXX Square tight against the edge of your work piece.
2. Step 2: Find the groove or slot for the measurement you need — from ¼" all the way up to 5¾".
3. Step 3: Place your pencil into the desired slot.
4. Step 4: While keeping the spine tight against the wood, slide the square back and forth to mark your line.

How to Use the Threaded Pin Shortcut:

1. Step 1: Identify the ¼" "Threaded pin" — a removable pin that can be screwed into a stationary position on the square.
2. Step 2: Hook the square's spine over the edge of your work piece.
3. Step 3: Pivot the square until the threaded pin makes firm contact with the top, flat edge of the wood.
4. Step 4: The square is now "locked" at a perfect 22.5-degree angle. Trace your "Scribe Line" along the square's long edge.

How to Mark Rafter Seat Cuts (Bird's Mouth):

1. Step 1: Determine the location of your cut. Place the "Seat Cut Pivot" point of the KiXX Square on this mark.
2. Step 2: Pivot the square on that point until the "Hip or Valley SMALL marks" align with the top edge of the board.
3. Step 3: Once aligned, trace along the square's long, flat edge to mark your horizontal "Seat Cut line".

How to Use the Spine Info:

1. Step 1: Look at the thick edge, or "spine," of the KiXX Square.
2. Step 2: Align the specific mark on the spine with the edge of your lumber.
3. Step 3: Read the data you need directly from the tool:
   • Rafter Length +/- @ 24" O.C.: Tells you how to adjust rafter lengths
   • Hip/Val Diagonal Layout: Numbers needed for diagonal hip and valley rafters
   • 48" Sheathing Cuts: Diagonal measurements for cutting 48-inch plywood sheets

How to Mark Common Rafter Plumb Cuts:

1. Step 1: Pivot — Place the KiXX Square at the standard pivot point on your rafter.
2. Step 2: Align — Rotate until your roof pitch number on the Common Rafter scale aligns perfectly with the edge of the board.
3. Step 3: Scribe — Draw your vertical line to mark the "Plumb Common Cut."

✓ Vertical anchor for ridge cuts  •  Heel line for bird's mouth  •  One pivot, perfect angle