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# Measure distances

## How to measure distances

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### Locate button

On the[ left panel](/memphis-property-hub/getting-started/tour-the-interface.md#left-panel), click the button "Measure Distances."

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### Choose a measurement type

Choose which measurement type to use:&#x20;

* **Line** - measures **length** of all lines drawn
* **Polygon** - measures **perimeter** and **area** of shape drawn&#x20;
* **Circle** - measures **radius**, **area**, and **perimeter** of the circle drawn
* **Driving distance** - measures **length** of roads where **vehicles** can travel according to lines drawn&#x20;
* **Cycling distance** - measures **length** of roads where **bikes** can travel according to lines drawn&#x20;
* **Walking distance** - measures **length** of roads where **pedestrians** can travel according to lines drawn&#x20;
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### Draw measurement area

Click on the map to draw the measurement area.&#x20;

For **polygon**, click points on the map to draw boundaries - ending with the first point to close the shape.&#x20;

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For **circle**, click once to generate an initial circle, then move your mouse to make the radius bigger or smaller. When you're happy with the size, click anywhere on the map.&#x20;

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### Click "Done" button

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This is not necessary for Polygon or Circle measurements.
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After final click on the map, select the button that says "Done" to calculate.&#x20;

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### How do I undo a measurement?

To undo a measurement, click the **Trash Can** in the top right-hand corner of the pop-up window.&#x20;


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