Measure distances

The Measure Distances feature provides you with tools to measure distances and areas directly on the map.

How to measure distances

1

Locate button

On the left panel, click the button "Measure Distances."

2

Choose a measurement type

Choose which measurement type to use:

  • Line - measures length of all lines drawn

  • Polygon - measures perimeter and area of shape drawn

  • Circle - measures radius, area, and perimeter of the circle drawn

  • Driving distance - measures length of roads where vehicles can travel according to lines drawn

  • Cycling distance - measures length of roads where bikes can travel according to lines drawn

  • Walking distance - measures length of roads where pedestrians can travel according to lines drawn

3

Draw measurement area

Click on the map to draw the measurement area.

For polygon, click points on the map to draw boundaries - ending with the first point to close the shape.

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.

4

Click "Done" button

This is not necessary for Polygon or Circle measurements.

After final click on the map, select the button that says "Done" to calculate.

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.

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