Improved Standards Navigation and Crosswalks

We’ve made several updates to CSI Dynamic Standards and Division Hierarchies:

• Clearer standards and version selection — Standards and versions are now easier to identify and select, making it clearer which dataset you’re currently browsing.
• Parent explanations in CSI Dynamic Standards — Parent explanations are now displayed where available, providing additional context as you navigate the standards hierarchy.
• Expanded Crosswalk structure — Crosswalks now include a new General subgroup, introducing a structure designed to support additional crosswalks in future standards releases.

Updated CDS Platform Design

Updated sign-in and menu pages provide a consistent look across the CDS Platform. A new card layout and improved app organization make tools easier to find and select.

Document Verification Tool

A new tool has been added to verify MF 2020 codes in uploaded PDF documents. The tool returns an annotated PDF, highlighting invalid codes and adding comments to valid codes so users can confirm they are using the correct classifications.

OmniClass Table Search

We now support table-specific OmniClass searching. When OmniClass is selected, users can choose an OmniClass table so search results and suggestions are limited to the selected table.

Smarter Search

With "Did you mean?" suggestions, finding the right content is now easier with enhanced search suggestions when your search does not return an exact match.

Recognized Alternatives

The system now suggests recognized alternative terms to help you find relevant results more quickly. For example, searching for "dry wall" may return Did you mean: "Gypsum Board".

Search Feedback

We are continually improving search suggestions and welcome feedback. If there are terms, phrases, or synonyms you would like us to add, please contact us.

Introducing: Document Transition Assistant

A new tool to identify MF 2020 codes in your PDF document that have transitions to MF 2026. Upload a PDF document containing MF 2020 codes, and the tool will highlight those which have updates in MF 2026.

Enhanced Search

Ability to search on explanations as well as number and title on the Dynamic Standards and MasterFormat numbers and titles page.

UI Improvements

Streamlines the Dynamic Standards page.

Transition Emphasis

Transitions given more emphasis on the MasterFormat numbers and titles page.

Consistent Numerical Ordering

Updated numerical ordering keeps data organized and consistent.

Suggestions

As you type your search text, suggestions appear based on the number and title.

Transitions Now Available

Transitions from MF2020 to MF2026 available in the platform.