Drawing Tools

Atlas provides easy-to-use tools for drawing and editing geometries directly on the map.

Tools Available

1. Point P

• Place a single marker on the map.
• Use this to mark a specific location or point of interest.

2. Line L

• Draw straight or connected lines.
• Perfect for paths, routes, or measuring distances.

3. Polygon SHIFT + P

• Create custom shapes by connecting multiple points.
• Use this for defining areas like regions, boundaries, or zones.

4. Circle SHIFT + C

• Draw a circle by setting the center and dragging outwards.
• Ideal for visualizing buffer zones or areas around a point.

5. Rectangle R

• Draw a rectangle by clicking and dragging to define width and height.
• Use this for selecting rectangular areas or creating bounding box features.

Precision Strip

When drawing lines, polygons, circles, or rectangles, a precision strip appears above the drawing tools. Use it to enter exact dimensions instead of dragging freehand:

Type a value and press Enter to apply it. The precision strip lets you draw geometries with exact measurements rather than relying on visual estimation.

Tips

If you hold SHIFT when in draw mode you can snap to edges of nearby geometries. This makes it super simple to get perfect alignments.