Georeferencing a map image

To ensure all imported maps use the same scale, georeference each map by adding at least three markers with geographic coordinates.

1. Open the Map Designer task and select the map that you want to georeference.
2. Click Map > Calibrate georeferencing .
   A blue toolbar appears at the top of the map area.
3. Click a location on the map.
   A red marker () appears at the selected location, and a window opens displaying a second map.
4. Zoom in and click the same location on the second map that corresponds to the marker you placed in the previous step.
   Note:

   If you already know the exact coordinates, you can enter the latitude and longitude in the provided fields.

   

5. To accept the pin position, click OK.
   The window closes, and the red marker () is replaced with a green marker (). If you close the window without selecting a location, the marker remains red. Click it again to reopen the window.
6. Repeat this process until you have georeferenced at least three locations.
   Tip:

   Adding more markers improves georeferencing accuracy.
7. In the Map designer toolbar, click Save ().
8. To verify that georeferencing is enabled, add an object to the map.
   If the Size and position widget displays the object’s latitude and longitude, the map is georeferenced.