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How-To Guide

Add a New Map

It only takes a few seconds to add a new map into Mapline. But here are some quick tips to make it even faster! That way, you can get right to analyzing your data and creating the visuals you need.

ADD NEW ITEMS

There are the two primary ways to add a new map into Mapline:

Visit your Maps Library and click the orange Add New Items button in the right sidebar.
Click the Mapline logo from anywhere in Mapline, and select New Map from the dropdown menu.

NAME MAP

Name your map, then click the orange OK button at the bottom-right of the New Map window.

Your new map opens automatically, so you can start customizing it right away.

Screenshot of the New Map lightbox in Mapline, with the text 'My First Map' typed in the box

Screenshot of the menu bar in Mapline, with 'New Map' highlighted

It’s a good idea to choose a name that reflects the purpose of your map. However, if you change your mind, you can always change the name later.

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Pro Tip: Every new map auto-saves to the Maps Library, where you can access it any time.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR MAP

The possibilities are endless when it comes to how to use your Mapline maps!

Here are some great ways to get started:

Generate pins from a spreadsheet
Create custom territories
Add custom shapes
Style your map pins
Customize your map settings
Create optimized routes from your pins
Segment and color-code your pins based on data

Screenshot of a map after applying Mapline segments