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Map Interface & Field Drawing

The interactive map is the heart of GroundedAg. Use it to visualize your fields, draw boundaries, and mark observation locations.

Accessing the Map​

On Mobile:​

  • Tap the Map or Home tab at the bottom
  • Your field will be displayed with current scouting reports

On Web:​

  • Click Map or Home in the sidebar
  • Use the full-screen map interface

Map Controls​

  • Zoom In/Out - Use pinch gesture (mobile) or scroll wheel (web)
  • Pan - Drag to move around the map
  • Recenter - Tap the location button to center on your current position (mobile)

Layers & Display:​

  • Toggle Fields - Show/hide field boundaries
  • Toggle Reports - Show/hide scouting report pins
  • Change Basemap - Switch between satellite, terrain, or street view

Drawing Field Boundaries​

Method 1: Draw on Map​

  1. Tap "Draw Field" or "New Field" button
  2. Tap points on the map to create a polygon
  3. Tap the first point again to close the shape
  4. Review the boundary and "Save Field"

Method 2: Upload Shapefile​

  1. Go to Field Management
  2. Select "Import Field" or "Upload Shapefile"
  3. Choose a .shp file from your device
  4. Confirm the field boundary
  5. Add field name, crop type, and other details
  6. Save

Method 3: Edit Existing Field​

  1. Tap on a field boundary on the map
  2. Select "Edit"
  3. Drag points to reposition boundary, or add/remove points
  4. Tap "Save" when complete

Marking Observations on the Map​

When creating a scouting report:

  1. Tap or click on the map where you found an observation
  2. A marker pin appears at that location
  3. Fill in the observation details (type, count, severity, etc.)
  4. Add photos and notes
  5. Save the observation
  6. Repeat for additional locations

Pin Management:​

  • Tap a pin to view/edit its observation
  • Long-press a pin to delete it
  • Drag a pin to reposition it (mobile only)

Map-Based Features​

Distance Measurement​

  • Some areas allow you to measure distances between points
  • Useful for estimating affected field areas

GPS Accuracy​

  • The app shows GPS accuracy radius (mobile only)
  • Better accuracy with clearer skies and fewer obstructions
  • Enable device location services for best results

Offline Mapping (Mobile)​

  • Download maps for offline use in areas with poor connectivity
  • See Mobile Guide for setup instructions

Video Tutorial​

A detailed walkthrough of map features and field drawing is coming soon!