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How to Import Data Into Latapult

Master plans for land development being imported into GIS software

Can I import data into Latapult’s GIS platform?

Method 1: Import data as graphic overlays.

Method 2: Import data through the Pins tool.

FAQs About Data Importation Answered by GIS Experts

  • Drawings and shapefiles often need to be assigned a geographic coordinate system to be imported in the correct location. Also, Latapult’s system works best with State Plane Coordinates, so users will want to make sure that drawings have one assigned to it.
  • Shapefiles are composed of a handful of different file types. Rather than zipping up the folder they are stored in, select all the different part of the shapefile and zip those up. Each component will have the same name with a different file extension.
  • If you do experience any issues with viewing or importing your own data, our Customer Success Team is happy to look at the files and even hop on a call to help you view or import as needed.