Maps and Data

Note: Use the ScribbleMaps Connect Picker when you want users to sign in to Scribble Maps, browse their available maps, and return map data directly to your web application. The picker opens in a popup and handles the user sign-in process there, so your application does not need to collect Scribble

If you need to move all markers within a defined shape into a specific group, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Add To Group > Markers In Polygon tool. This feature allows you to automatically transfer markers inside a selected polygon to a designated group, streamlining

Notes: To learn the basics about attributes, we recommend you perform the procedure at this link: How to manually add an attribute to an overlay Create the markers Create 2 markers. To learn how to create markers, visit this link: Marker Tool—Create a marker For this example, you can select these

Create the markers Create at least 2 markers for each region. To learn how to create markers, visit this link: Marker Tool—Create a marker Create the attributes Add the attributes. To learn how to create a Number Any Attribute, see; Enforce the type of values in a shared attribute. Create the

Create the overlays In Map View, create your overlays. To learn how to create the overlays, visit these links Rectangle Tool—Draw a rectangle Circle Tool—Draw a circle Draw a polygon - (Polygon Tool) Add the overlays to a folder At the top of the Layers Panel, click on the Folder Icon displaying the

Create the Markers Create at least 2 markers. To learn how to create markers, visit this link: Marker Tool—Create a marker (Optional) Add the markers to a folder At the top of the Layers Panel, click on the Folder Icon displaying the tooltip: "Add Group". You will see the folder added to the Layers

A service area polygon shows what point is closest to you. A Voronoi diagram is simply figuring out service areas, also known as catchment areas, for things like schools, stores, and hospitals. Create markers Create markers that will represent each service area. To learn how to create markers, visit

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 If you want to export a file, you must be logged in to a Pro account. To learn how to upgrade, visit this

Understanding Largest Empty Circles (LEC) Have you ever needed to find the largest open space on a crowded map? Whether it's to determine the best location for a new facility or to analyze spatial patterns, the Largest Empty Circles (LEC) analysis is a powerful tool within GIS that helps us do just

Note: ou can use password protection to save maps even if you do not register a Scribble Maps account. However, registering gives you more capabilities, including saving maps to your account. Free account limits: Free accounts can save up to 5 lifetime maps. If you delete a saved map, that save slot

Note: ScribbleMagic™ uses credits to create AI-generated content. Make sure you are logged in to your Scribble Maps account before using this feature. Contents Open ScribbleMagic™ from the Marker Tool Create a marker Create a marker set Use a generated marker on your map Tips for better marker

If you need to organize overlays, markers, and other items within a folder, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Sort > Alphabetically tool. This feature allows you to arrange folder contents in alphabetical order, making it easier to locate and manage items in the Layers

Create the overlays In Map View, create your overlays. To learn how to create the overlays, visit these links Rectangle Tool—Draw a rectangle Circle Tool—Draw a circle Draw a polygon - (Polygon Tool) Add the overlays to a folder At the top of the Layers Panel, click on the Folder Icon displaying the

Create the lines In Map View, draw your lines. To learn how to create the lines, 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 Add the lines to a folder At the top of the

What is Huff Modeling? Huff Modeling is a technique primarily used in trade area analysis to calculate the likelihood of attracting customers to specific locations. This method considers various factors such as the geographical location of the store, the inherent attractiveness of the store or

If you can't find the answer to your question here. Email [email protected] or use the "Get Help" tab on the left of the editor. General What is the source of map data? My annotations are tiny, why? Can I resell prints? What is your privacy policy? My road is missing, why? I would like to

Note: To save a map file offline, 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 (Option 1) - Save a map file offline without encryption (Option 2) - Save a map file offline with encryption (Option 1) - Save a map file

Printing Permissions You may want to order map prints for a purpose, such as distributing offline prints or a book. Whether you are permitted to or not depends on the terms of the specific map data provider, such as Google or OpenStreetMap. Map data providers have terms regarding all map prints that

Note: This article explains how to save a copy of a unclaimed map if you have forgotten the password and you want to save changes. To read the Q&A about unclaimed maps, visit this link: Claim a map to your account Load the map into your account Open the map you want to claim. Load a map by using the

Q&A about unclaimed maps What's the system for unclaimed maps? You can create a map while not logged in to a Scribble Maps account. The unclaimed map will not be associated with an account. You may later want to claim the map, so you can: Edit the map. Change user permissions for viewing/editing the

Notes: To export the map data to Google My Maps (GMM), you will first download the KML file from Scribble Maps. Then upload the KML file to GMM. If attribute data is included in the KML file, the data will be imported for a compatible overlay types. Types of overlays This section states which types

Open the Your Maps window Login to your Scribble Maps account at: https://www.scribblemaps.com/create (Optional) To learn how to log in, visit this link: How to login/register In the top toolbar, click the "Menu" button. Under the "Scribble Maps" heading, click the "Your Maps" button. Definitions of

Introduction In most scenarios, you will want to load a map automatically from the "Your Maps" window. To learn how; visit this link: Load a map from the Your Maps window The current article explains how to load a map manually starting from the step of the saved map being opened in Scribble Maps.

Notes: To learn the basics about attributes, we recommend you perform the procedure at this link: How to manually add an attribute to an overlay In this example, we will calculate the Count, Sum and Average of the Area SQKM of overlays in a group. Create the overlays Create 2 or more overlays. To

Note: To upload an offline map file, 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 (Option 1) - Upload an offline map file that’s not encrypted (Option 2) - Upload an offline map file that’s encrypted (Option 1) - Upload an

A travel time isochrone is a polygon that represents the range of distances a traveller can reach in a specified time. The traveller: Starts from the central marker. Walks, cycles, or drives. Select the border style for the polygon Choose the border style. In the top toolbar, above the "Search…"

A convex hull is a polygon that surrounds all of the overlays in a group. The polygon’s points are determined by the furthest points of the surrounded overlays. Note: The hull cannot be created if the group includes one of these overlays: Isometric shape. OR Image overlay. Select the border style

Note: To plot a marker at a specified distance on a shape’s border, first convert the border to a line by deleting the fill area. In the top toolbar, select the Delete Tool. Quick Key: Or you can hold the "E" button on your keyboard. In the Map View, click on the fill area. Note: If you want to

Note: The marker cannot be plotted if the group includes one of these overlays: Isometric shape. Image overlay. Create the overlays Create two or more overlays: For example; two markers and a polygon. To learn how to create the overlays, visit these links Marker Tool—Create a marker Label

Note: The marker cannot be plotted if the group includes one of these overlays: Isometric shape. Image overlay. Create the overlays Create two or more overlays: For example; two markers and a polygon. To learn how to create the overlays, visit these links: Marker Tool—Create a marker Label

Note: The marker cannot be plotted if the group includes one of these overlays: Isometric shape. Image overlay. Create the overlays Create two or more overlays: For example; two markers and a polygon. To learn how to create the overlays, visit these links Marker Tool—Create a marker Label

Create the shapes Create two or more shapes. For example, a rectangle and a polygon. To learn how to create the shapes, visit these links: Rectangle Tool—Draw a rectangle Circle Tool—Draw a circle Polygon Tool—Draw a polygon Add the overlays to a folder At the top of the Layers Panel, click on the

Description This article explains how to use the Bezier transformation to create a new: Line - from a Freeform line, or Straight line. Border of a shape - from a Rectangle, or Polygon. The "points" (vertices) will be smoothened on the new version of the line/border. (Option 1) Draw a freeform line

The reversal of points exchanges the start and endpoints. Note: The transformation will not be visible unless the line/border is styled with single-direction arrowheads (See Option 2). Choose option 1 or 2 There are 2 options for reversing the direction of the points: Option 1 - For lines/borders

Create the exploded circle In Map View, draw a circle. To learn how; visit this link: Circle Tool—Draw a circle At the top of the Layers Panel, click on the Toolbox's gear and wrench icon. You will see a window with Core Operations and Plugin options appear. Under the "Transform" heading > "Circle"

If you need to update the style of multiple markers inside a shape’s fill area, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Bulk > Marker Style > In Polygon tool. This feature allows you to apply a new marker style to all markers located within a selected shape, making it easy to

If you need to update the style of multiple markers within a group, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Bulk > Marker Style > In Group tool. This feature allows you to apply a new marker style to all markers inside a selected group, making it easy to maintain consistency

If you need to replace a specific marker style within a group, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Bulk > Marker Style > Swap Styles tool. This feature allows you to select markers of a certain style and swap them for a new style while leaving other markers in the group

If you need to convert a group of markers into a numbered sequence with a uniform colour and size, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Bulk > Marker Style > Sequence tool. This feature allows you to automatically renumber markers in ascending or descending order based on

If you need to resize multiple markers at once, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Bulk > Marker Style > Resize tool. This feature allows you to uniformly scale all markers in a selected group, making it easier to maintain consistency in marker visibility across your map.

If you’re looking for a way to change multiple line styles at once, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Bulk > Shape Style > Line Style tool. This feature allows you to adjust the colour and weight of multiple lines and borders in a single action, saving time and effort.

If you need to change the fill colour of multiple shapes or labels at once, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Bulk > Shape Style > Fill Style tool. This feature allows you to apply a uniform fill colour across a group of shapes efficiently. Note: To use the Add Group

If you want to quickly apply randomized colours to a group of lines, borders, and fill areas, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Bulk > Shape Style > Rainbowify tool. This feature automatically assigns different colours to each selected overlay, creating a vibrant and

If you need to automatically group overlays based on their colours, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Add To Group > By Colour tool. This feature allows you to select overlays with matching line and fill colours (with optional opacity matching) and place them into a

If you need to automatically group markers based on their style, Scribble Maps provides a Bulk Style Change option through the Add To Group > By Marker tool. This feature allows you to select markers of a specific style and move them into a designated group, making it easier to organize and manage