Basic Tools
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Camera Tool
Description The Camera Tool allows you to take real-time photos using your device's camera and embed them directly into your Scribble Map. It's ideal for field teams, urban planners, environmental surveys, or anyone needing quick on-the-ground visuals tied to a specific map location. Camera Tool The
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Create a marker set with AI
What the Marker Set Generator does The Marker Set Generator uses AI to make a matching set of map markers from a theme you describe. You review the markers, then save the ones you want to your marker library. Scribble Maps also adds a legend for the set to your map. Ways to open it You can start a
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Creating a Map Legend
The purpose of a map legend is to define features in a map. Symbols are displayed in the legend along with text descriptions of what each of the symbols represents. A map legend is a useful tool that is used in a multitude of areas, such as mall maps, hiking trail maps, and even video game maps.
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Draw directions between two points
Plot driving directions between any two points on your map. The Draw Directions panel can route between markers, searched places, or street addresses. You do not need any markers on the map to create a directions line. Open the Draw Directions panel You can open the panel in any of these ways: Quick
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Export Files & Data
Note: It's important to understand the limitations behind these files. To learn more about the different file types, visit; Import/Export: Descriptions, Examples, Restrictions and Workarounds - CSV, DXF, GeoJSON, GPX, KML, KMZ, SHP If you want to export a file, you must be logged in to a Pro
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Get statistics and charts from Scribble
Ask Scribble for real-world data Scribble can look up real-world statistics and turn them into charts for you. You ask a question in plain words, and Scribble finds the numbers and draws a chart right in the chat. Open Scribble and type a question like: "Population of Canada" "Median household
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How to Change the Language in Scribble Maps Lite
International Languages Scribble Maps Lite supports multiple languages so you can work in the language most comfortable for you. You can switch languages from the home screen or return there from an active map. 📱 To change your language: To change your language: When you open Scribble Maps Lite,
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Import/Export: Descriptions—Examples, Restrictions and Workarounds
Contents Description and example of a CSV file Definitions for the types of data View the reference list describing the purpose of each preset heading Description and example of a DXF file Description and example of a GDB file Description and example of a GeoJSON file Description and example of a
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Lasso Tool – How to Select Multiple Objects
The Lasso Tool allows you to quickly select multiple objects in Map View by drawing a freehand selection area around them. Contents Select Objects Using the Lasso Tool Modify Your Selection Use the Lasso Tool Options Select Objects Using the Lasso Tool Open your map in Map View. Select the Lasso
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Look Up Facts and Statistics — Wikipedia and Data Commons Search
Scribble, the built-in AI assistant, can look up real-world facts and statistics for you while you work on your map. It draws on two live sources: Wikipedia for general knowledge, and Google Data Commons for statistics and demographics. You ask a question in plain language, and Scribble fetches the
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Quick Search - Action Menu
With the vast array of tools that Scribble Maps offers, it can be daunting at times, and time-consuming, to find what you're looking for. The Action Menu gives you the ability to quickly search and find the specific tools you're looking for to help save you time. Use Quick Search Open the Action
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Scribble — Your AI Mapping Assistant
This article explains what Scribble is, how to use it, and what each control does. Scribble is designed to assist with map creation and navigation. When an action can’t be completed directly, Scribble will guide you to the appropriate tool or panel What is Scribble? Scribble is the built-in
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Shape Tools—Draw a circle, rectangle, donut, grid, or cone
Note: To use the Donut Tool (Pro), Grid Tool (Pro), or Cone Tool (Pro), you must be logged in to a Pro account. To learn how to upgrade, visit this link: How to upgrade to a Pro account Contents Draw the shape Customize the selected tool Style the shape Draw in Map View (Optional) View the shape in
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What Can Scribble Do? — AI Capabilities Overview
Scribble is the built-in AI assistant in Scribble Maps. You talk to it in plain language, and it acts on your map directly. It can also guide you through the interface, answer questions about features, and help you find tools without knowing where they are. This article gives a broad overview of
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Change the user interface theme - (light or dark)
At the bottom-left corner of the Map View footer, click on the Gear Icon. The Settings window will pop up. Under the headings, "Other Settings" > "Theme", you will see a drop-down list. The default user interface theme is: "Light". Click the drop-down option: "Dark". The user interface will now
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Disable point snapping
There may be situations where you want to disable point snapping. For example, if you want to move a line’s end-point nearby to a polygon’s corner without snapping to the exact location. At the bottom-left corner of the Map View footer, click on the Gear Icon. The Settings window will pop up. Under
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Change the area units in Imperial and Metric systems
Draw a shape (rectangle/circle/polygon) Draw the shape. To learn how, visit these links: Label Tool—Create a label Circle Tool—Draw a circle Draw a polygon - (Polygon Tool) We’ll start this example by drawing a rectangle. Open and move the Settings window At the bottom-left corner of the Map View
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Image Overlay Tool—Create an image overlay
Introduction You can upload images from your computer in the following formats: PNG. JPG/JPEG. GIF - regular/animated. SVG. Create an Image Overlay Upload the image from your computer Login to your Scribble Maps account at: https://www.scribblemaps.com/create (Optional) To learn how to log in, visit
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Create a new map - Clear the map
What is removed/replaced when you create a new map? Creating a new map removes the current: Overlays. Folders/Groups. Legend details. Imported spreadsheet data. Filters. Base Layers. In the "Save Map" window, creating a new map replaces the: Current, unique MapID with the New, unique MapID. What
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Delete a map in the Your Maps tab
Note: From the "YOUR MAPS" window, you can only delete maps located under the "Your Maps" tab. To learn how to remove/delete maps located under the other 2 tabs, view "See Also" at the end of this article. Delete the map Login to your Scribble Maps account at: https://www.scribblemaps.com/create
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Hand Tool – Moving the Map
Navigating Your Map with the Hand Tool Get Moving with the Hand Tool The Hand Tool is a versatile feature that allows you to navigate and customize your map effortlessly. Moving your map is necessary as you begin to customize it. Moving Your Map To begin customizing your map, you'll need to move it
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Zoom in/out of the map
You can view the video below on how to zoom in and out of the map or you can read the step-by-step guide below the video. Zoom in/out To zoom in/out, there are 2 options: Option 1 In the top-right corner of the Map View, click the: Zoom-in button, "+". Zoom-out button, "-". Option 2 Use the scroll
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View the map with no grid, and select the coordinate display format
Draw a line Select the Line Tool in the top toolbar. Quick Key: Or you press the "Z" button on your keyboard. In the Map View, click and drag to draw a line. Open and move the Settings window At the bottom-left corner of the Map View footer, click on the Gear Icon. The "SETTINGS" window will pop up.
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View the grid (USNG), and select the coordinate display format
Definition USNG stands for United States National Grid. USNG is a system of geographic grid references used to locate points on the surface of the United States. The USNG is based on the MGRS (Military Grid Reference System). Draw a line Select the Line Tool in the top toolbar. Quick Key: Or you can
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View the grid (MGRS), and select the coordinate display format
Definition MGRS stands for Military Grid Reference System. MGRS is the geocoordinate standard used by NATO militaries to locate points on the surface of the Earth. Draw a line Select the Line Tool in the top toolbar. Or you press the "Z" button on your keyboard. In the Map View, click-and-drag to
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View the grid (BNG-UK), and select the coordinate display format
Definition BNG (UK) stands for British National Grid (United Kingdom). BNG is a system of geographic grid references used to locate points on the surface of Great Britain and surrounding areas. The BNG reference system is also known as the "Ordnance Survey National Grid". In the app, the BNG is in
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Change the length units in Imperial and Metric systems
Draw a line or shape Draw the line or shape. To learn how to draw a line, visit these links: Line Tool—Draw a Straight Line, Connected Lines, Flight Line or Dimension Line Draw Tool—Draw a freeform line Pen/Curve Tool—Draw a precise curved line To learn how to draw a shape, visit these links: Draw a
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Replace a blank marker imported from Google My Maps
Note: To use the Layers Panel, you must be logged-in to a Pro account. To learn how to upgrade, visit this link: How to upgrade to a Pro account Replace a blank marker In Scribble Maps, find the blank marker's row in the Layers Panel. (Optional) If the "LAYERS" Panel isn't open on the right side of