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How to Write a Professional Quotation or Estimate

Build a clear quotation with tax, discount and multi-currency totals, and download it as a PDF to send.

Key takeaways

  • Quotation Generator builds a professional quote with line items, tax, discount and totals in your chosen currency.
  • A clear, itemized quote sets expectations before work starts, reducing disputes over what was agreed.
  • Download as a polished PDF, ready to send to the client.

Creating a quotation

Open Quotation Generator, add your line items, set tax and any discount, choose the currency, and download the PDF.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a quotation and an invoice?

A quotation is sent before work starts, proposing a price; an invoice is sent after (or during) work, requesting payment for what was delivered. Once the client accepts a quote and work is done, use [Invoice Generator](/invoice-generator) to bill them.

Does it handle multiple currencies?

Yes โ€” set the currency per quotation, useful for clients billed in a currency different from your own.

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