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title: Saving Inspections in Progress
description: "# **Saving Inspections in Progress** uAuditor allows users to **save inspections automatically while working**, so responses are not lost if an inspection cannot be completed immediately. This makes it possible to pause inspections and continue later without restarting the checklist.…"
url: "https://uauditor.com/help-center/inspections/inspection-answering-process/saving-inspections-in-progress/"
updated: "2026-04-17"
category: Inspections / Inspection Answering Process
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# Saving Inspections in Progress

# **Saving Inspections in Progress**

uAuditor allows users to **save inspections automatically while working**, so responses are not lost if an inspection cannot be completed immediately.

This makes it possible to pause inspections and continue later without restarting the checklist.

Inspections remain in **In Progress** status until they are completed.

## **How Automatic Saving Works**

While answering inspection questions:

- responses are saved automatically
- uploaded media is stored immediately
- selected values remain recorded
- partially completed pages remain available

This ensures inspection progress is preserved even if the user exits the inspection.

## **When Inspections Remain In Progress**

An inspection stays in **In Progress** status when:

- not all required questions are completed
- required evidence is missing
- the inspector exits before submission
- the inspection is intentionally paused
- the inspection is being completed across multiple steps

Users can return later to finish the inspection.

## **Continuing an Inspection Later**

To continue a saved inspection:

1. Open the **Inspections** module
2. Locate the inspection with **In Progress** status
3. Click **Edit Inspection**
4. Continue answering remaining questions
5. Complete the inspection when ready

Progress will resume from where it was last saved.

## **Continuing Inspections from Tasks**

If the inspection is linked to a scheduled task:

1. Open the **Tasks** module
2. Locate the assigned task
3. Select **Continue Inspection**
4. Complete remaining checklist responses

The inspection remains connected to the task during editing.

## **Saving Evidence During In-Progress Inspections**

Any captured evidence during inspections is saved automatically, including:

- photos
- videos
- documents
- attachments linked to responses

These files remain available when returning to the inspection later.

## **When to Use In-Progress Inspections**

Saving inspections in progress is useful when:

- inspections require multiple steps
- evidence must be collected from different areas
- inspectors move between locations
- measurements require time to complete
- interruptions occur during inspections

This flexibility supports real operational workflows.

## **Best Practices for Managing In-Progress Inspections**

To maintain inspection accuracy:

- return to incomplete inspections promptly
- avoid leaving inspections unfinished for long periods
- verify required questions before completion
- confirm evidence uploads before submission
- complete inspections before task due dates when applicable

Proper management of in-progress inspections helps maintain consistent inspection tracking across your organization.