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Graphical User Interface

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[[File:GUI.JPG|1000x1000px]]

==Toolbars==

The Toolbars can be moved within the graphical user interface. The buttons can be individually shown or hidden via the '''Options''' menu under '''OCAD Preferences''', '''GUI (Graphical user Interface)''', '''Toolbars'''.

[[File:Toolbars.JPG|toolbars]]

===Standard Toolbar===
[[File:StandardToolbar.JPG|Standard buttons]]
: [[File:Icon_New.PNG|new]] '''New:''' Create a new map.
: [[File:Icon_Open.PNG|open]] '''Open:''' Open an existing map.
: [[File:Icon_Save.PNG|save]] '''Save:''' Save changes made to the map.
: [[File:Icon_Print.PNG|print]] '''Print:''' Print out the map.
: [[File:Icon_Undo.PNG|undo]] '''Undo:''' Undo previous actions.
: [[File:Icon_Redo.PNG|redo]] '''Redo:''' Cancel the previous undo action.

===Edit functions Toolbar===
[[File:EditFunctionsToolbar.JPG|edit functions toolbar]]
: [[File:Icon_FindSelectedObjects.PNG|find selected objects]] '''Find Selected Objects:''' Move screen to the selected object.
: [[File:Icon_Delete.PNG|delete]] '''Delete:''' Delete the selected object(s).
: [[File:Icon_DuplicateObject.PNG|duplicate object]] '''Duplicate Object:''' Create a copy of the selected objects.
: [[File:Icon_FillOrMakeBorder.PNG|fill or make border]] '''Fill or Make Border:''' Fill a line or area object(s) with area object(s) or make line border of area object(s).
: [[File:Icon_Merge.PNG|merge]] '''Merge:''' Merge multiple line, area and text objects into one object.
: [[File:Icon_ReverseObject.PNG|reverse object]] '''Reverse Object:''' Reverse the direction of the selected line object(s)
: [[File:Icon_ChangeToBezierCurve.PNG|change to Bézier curve]] '''Change To Bézier Curve''': Convert the selected line or area object(s) drawn in freehand mode to curves.
: [[File:Icon_ConvertToGraphicObject.PNG|convert to graphic object]] '''Convert To Graphic Object:''' Convert the selected object(s) to their graphic elements (lines and areas).
: [[File:Icon_Smooth.PNG|smooth]] '''Smooth'''
: [[File:Icon_Snapping.PNG|snapping]] '''Snapping'''
: [[File:Icon_Join.PNG|join]] ''' Join:''' Move the ends of the selected line object to connect to adjoining objects.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolOfObject.PNG|change symbol of object]] '''Change Symbol of Object:''' The selected object is assigned to the symbol selected in the symbol box.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolForAllObjectsWithThisSymbol.PNG|change symbol for all objects with this symbol]] '''Change Symbol For All Objects With This Symbol:''' Change the symbol of all objects with a symbol A to symbol B.
: [[File:Icon_Measure.PNG|measure]] '''Measure:''' Measure the selected line or area object or the distance between 2 selected vertices objects.
: [[File:Icon_AutomaticJoining.PNG|automatic joining]] '''Automatic joining:''' Automatically join the ends of lines during the drawing process.
: [[File:SmoothingLvl.JPG|smoothing level]] '''Smoothing level''': This option is used to select the required smoothing level for lines, for converting freehand lines into Bézier curves and for automatically smoothing lines drawn in freehand mode.

===View Toolbar===
[[File:ViewToolbar.JPG|view toolbar]]
Various functions are available for increasing or reducing the size of map sections as well as repositioning them.
: [[File:Icon_Pan.PNG|pan]] '''Pan:''' Reposition the map section
: [[File:Icon_PanLocked.PNG|pan locked]] '''Pan locked:''' Reposition the map section a number of times in succession.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomIn.PNG|zoom in]] '''Zoom In:''' Increase the size of the map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomInLocked.PNG|zoom in locked]] '''Zoom in locked:''' Increase the size of the map section a number of times in succession.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomOut.PNG|zoom out]] '''Zoom Out:''' Reduce the size of the map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomOutToPreviousView.PNG|zoom out to previous view]] '''Zoom out to previous view:''' Return to last smaller map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomToPreviousView.PNG|zoom to previous view]] '''Zoom to previous view:''' Return to last map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomToNextView.PNG|zoom to next view]] '''Zoom to next view:''' Go to previous map section.
: [[File:Icon_ShowEntireMap.PNG|show entire map]] '''Show Entire Map:''' Display the entire map in the drawing window.
: [[File:DraftMode.JPG|draft mode slider]] '''Draft mode slider:''' The upper slider (M for map) is used to fade out the map objects; the lower slider (B for background) to fade out the map background.The Draft mode slider is only visible if Draft Mode is active in the View menu.
: [[File:Icon_ShowGrid.PNG|show grid]] '''Show grid:''' Display the coordinate grid in the drawing window.

===Edit and drawing toolbar===
[[File:EditAndDrawingToolbar.JPG|edit and drawing toolbar]]

====Edit modes====
: [[File:EditToolbar.JPG|EditToolbar.JPG]]
: [[File:Icon_SelectAndEditObject.PNG|select and edit object]] '''Select and Edit Object:''' Select and move objects.
: [[File:Icon_SelectObjectAndEditVertex.PNG|select object and edit vertex]] '''Select Object and Edit Vertex:''' Select objects or move points of objects.
: [[File:Icon_NormalVertex.PNG|normal vertex]] '''Normal Vertex:''' Add a Normal vertex
: [[File:Icon_CornerVertex.PNG|corner vertex]] '''Corner Vertex:''' Add a Corner vertex
: [[File:Icon_DashVertex.PNG|dash vertex]] '''Dash Vertex:''' Add a Dash vertex.
: [[File:Icon_RemoveVertex.PNG|remove vertex]] '''Remove Vertex'''
: [[File:Icon_IndicateDirectionOfAreaPatternPointOrTextObject.PNG|indicate direction of area pattern point or text object]] ''' Indicate Direction of Area Pattern, Point or Text Object'''
: [[File:Icon_RotateObject.PNG|rotate object]] '''Rotate Object:''' Rotate the selected object(s).
: [[File:Icon_CutHole.PNG|cut hole]] '''Cut hole:''' Cut hole in area.
: [[File:Icon_CutArea.PNG|cut area]] '''Cut area:''' Cut area object.
: [[File:Icon_Cut.PNG|cut]] '''Cut:''' Cut line object.
: [[File:Icon_MoveParallel.PNG|move parallel]] '''Move parallel:''' Move the selected line or area object parallel to the original object.
: [[File:Icon_Reshape.PNG|reshape]] '''Reshape:''' To shape (something) again or differently

====Drawing modes====
: [[File:Icon_CurveMode.PNG|curve mode]] '''Curve mode:''' Draw in curve mode.
: [[File:Icon_EllipseMode.PNG|ellipse mode]] '''Ellipse mode:''' Draw elliptical (oval) objects.
: [[File:Icon_CircleMode.PNG|circle mode]] '''Circle mode:''' Draw circular objects.
: [[File:Icon_RectangularLineMode.PNG|rectangular line mode]] '''Rectangular line mode:''' Draw rectangular line objects with any number of corners.
: [[File:Icon_RectangularMode.PNG|rectangular mode]] '''Rectangular mode:''' Draw rectangular area objects with any number of corners.
: [[File:Icon_StraightLineMode.PNG|straight line mode]] '''Straight line mode:''' Draw objects with straight lines.
: [[File:Icon_FreehandMode.PNG|freehand mode]] '''Freehand mode:''' Draw objects in freehand mode.
: [[File:Icon_DrawingMultiplePointObjects.PNG|drawing multiple point objects]] '''Drawing multiple point objects:''' Draw several point objects that are placed on a line with a constant interval.
: [[File:Icon_NumericMode.PNG|numeric mode]] '''Numeric Mode:''' Draw objects in numeric mode.
: [[File:Icon_LaserDistance.PNG]] '''Laser distance drawing mode'''

: [[File:NumericToolbar.JPG|numeric toolbar]] '''Numeric Toolbar'''

===Server Toolbar===

ADD

===Customize Toolbar dialog box===
Choose this command to customize toolbars.
The dialog box is opened by clicking '''Customize''' button in on '''GUI (Graphical User Interface)''' page in '''OCAD Preferences''' dialog box or by clicking on the right end of a toolbar.
When the box above the button is checked the button will be visible otherwise it will be hidden.

ADD PICTURE TOOLBAR

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The Numeric keypad toolbar cannot be customized.

==Menu==
The OCAD Professional Edition features the following 15 menus:

[[File:Menu.JPG|menu]]

*'''File''': File management, file import and export functions, printing
*'''Server/Client''': Functions for Server/Client
*'''View''': Functions for viewing the map
*'''Select''': Functions for selecting an object or a vertex
*'''Object''': Object editing functions
*'''Symbol''': Functions for creating and editing symbols
*'''Map''': Map editing functions
*'''Layout''': Function for layout managing
*'''Database''': Functions for connecting and editing databases
*'''Background Map''': Functions for loading and managing background maps
*'''DEM''': Functions for the import, export and evaluation of Digital Elevation Models
*'''GPS''': Functions for connecting GPS devices or importing GPS data
*'''Options''': Functions for customizing personal preferences
*'''Window''': Functions for arranging the map window
*''' Help ''': OCAD Help

===File Menu===
: '''New:''' Create a new map.
: '''Open:''' Open an existing map file.
: '''Open Sample Map:''' Open a sample map file.
: '''Close:''' Close the current map file.
: '''Save:''' Save changes in the current map file.
: '''Save As:''' Save the current map file under a new name.
: '''Undo:''' Undo the last draw or edit operation.
: '''Redo:''' Reverse the effect of the Undo operation.
: '''Print:''' Print a color map or color separations.
: '''Import:''' Import a map file.
: '''Multiple File Import:''' Import multiple files at once.
: '''Export:''' Export the map in a different file format.
: '''Export OCAD Internet Map:''' Export the map to OCAD Internet Map.
: '''Export Encrypted File:''' Export the map to encrypted OCAD file format.
: '''Map Sharing:''' Sharing your map on a FTP server .
: '''-Upload to FTP Server:''' Upload your map to FTP Server .
: '''-Download from FTP Server:''' Download a map from FTP Server.
: '''-Synchronize:''' Synchronize data .
: '''[[Send File by Email]]:''' Send current map file by email.
: '''Execute XML Script:''' Execute function defined in a XML script file.
: '''Create Backup:''' Make a backup copy of the current map file.
: '''Restore Backup:''' Restore a map file saved with the Backup function.
: '''Open Recently Exported Documents:''' Open one of the documents you have exported recently.
: '''Open Recently used OCAD Files:''' Open one of the map files you have worked on recently.
: '''Exit OCAD:''' Terminate OCAD.

===Server/Client Menu===
: '''Connect/Disconnect:''' Connect or disconnect the connection to the server
: '''Get Objects from Current View'''
: '''Import Map:''' Import a Map from the connected server
: '''Delete Object in Database'''
: '''Check Out Selected Objects:''' Check out selected objects for editing.
: '''Check in Selected objects:''' Check out selected objects after finished edited objects .
: '''Show Checked Out Objects:''' Show current checked out objects.
: '''Database Undo:''' Undo your last move in the database.
: '''Database Redo:''' Redo your last move in the database .
: '''Generate Map Preview:''' Generate preview from current map.
: '''Do Database Maintenance:''' Upkeep Database
: '''Manage Server Bookmarks'''
: '''Show Project Information'''

===View Menu===
: '''Normal Mode:''' Normal mode view.
: '''Spot Color Mode:''' Spot color view.
: '''Draft Mode:''' Draft mode view. The background map can be seen behind the map.
: '''Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites):''' Map display transparent, background maps visible
: '''Define View Mode Loop:''' Define various view mode loops.
: '''Next View Mode in Loop:''' Switch to next defined view mode loop.
: '''[[Keyline]]:''' Shows a rough sketch, where objects has been placed .
: '''Hatch Areas:''' Display full areas as hatched areas on the screen.
: '''Anti-Aliasing:''' Anti-Aliasing view.
: '''Redraw:''' Redraw the drawing window.
: '''Pan:''' Move the view.
: '''Move To:''' Move the view to a desired position.
: '''Find Selected Objects:''' Find desired objects
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom In]]:''' Display the map with a higher magnification.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom Out]]:''' Display a larger area of the map.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]:''' Move screen zoom to selected objects.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Show Entire Map]]:''' Display the entire map on the screen.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom]]:''' Select the magnification in which the map is displayed.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|User Defined]]:''' Choose this command to set view to a specified zoom factor.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Bookmarks]]:''' Create and manage bookmarks of view.
: '''-Create:''' Create a new bookmark
: '''-Manage:''' Manage available bookmarks
: '''Show Map Grids:''' A grid is shown in the drawing window.
: '''Show WGS84 Grid:''' A WGS84 grid is shown in the drawing window .
: '''[[Show Rulers]]:''' Shows up and down a ruler .
: '''[[Ruler Guides]]:''' Show and manage ruler guides
: '''-Show:''' Show vertically or horizontally ruler guide
: '''-Manage:''' Add new ruler guide.

===[[Select]] Menu===
: '''Select and Edit Object:''' Select, move or stretch object(s).
: '''Select Object and Edit Vertex:''' Select or move vertex of object(s).
: '''Select Objects by Symbol:''' Select all objects with same symbol .
: '''Select Objects by Property:''' Select all objects with same properties.
: '''Select All:''' Select all objects in map.
: '''Clear Selection:''' Nothing is selected.
: '''Invert Selection:''' Change current selection such that everything previously unselected will now be selected and vice versa
: '''Select Next Object:''' Selects the next obvious object.
: '''Save Selection:''' Save current selection for later use.
: '''Reload Selection:''' Reload saved selection.
: '''Edit Selection:''' Manage saved selection.
: '''Select Group:''' Select a group of objects.

===Object menu===
: '''Cut:''' Copy the selected object(s) to the clipboard and delete them in the current map.
: '''Copy:''' Copy the selected object(s) to the clipboard.
: '''Paste:''' Insert the object(s) in the clipboard into the current map.
: '''Delete:''' Delete the selected object(s).
: '''Rotate Object:''' Rotate object(s).
: '''-Rotate:''' Rotate the selected object(s).
: '''-Rotate Object by Angle:''' Rotate the selected point object(s) by specifying a rotation angle.
: '''Align Objects:''' Align the selected objects horizontally or vertically.
: '''-Horizontal Coordinate'''
: '''-Vertical Coordinate'''
: '''Indicate Direction of Area Pattern, Point or Text Object:''' Change direction of selected point object, area pattern or text.
: '''Cut object:''' Cut hole, area or line.
: '''-Cut hole:''' Cut a hole in an object.
: '''-Cut area:''' Divides an area.
: '''-Cut line:''' Divides a line.
: '''[[Crop Objects]]:''' Crop selected Object(s).
: '''Move Parallel:''' Move the selected line or area object parallel to the original object.
: '''[[Move Parallel with Distance]]:''' Move the selected line or area object parallel with a distance to the original object.
: '''[[Reshape]]:''' To shape (something) again or differently :
: '''[[Interpolate Objects]]:''' Interpolate selected Objects to each other.
: '''Duplicate Object:''' Duplicate (create a copy of) the selected object(s).
: '''[[Move and Duplicate]]:''' Duplicate selected object and move it.
: '''Fill, Make Border, Duplicate Identically:''' Fill a line or area object(s) with area object(s) or make line border of area object(s).
: '''Merge:''' Merge multiple line, area and text objects into one object.
: '''Reverse Object Direction:''' Reverse the direction of the selected line object(s).
: '''Change to Polyline:''' Change selected object to polyline.
: '''Change to Bézier Curve:''' Change selected object to a Bézier curve.
: '''Convert to Graphic Object:''' Convert the selected object(s) to their graphic elements (lines and areas).
: '''[[Convert to Layout Object]]:''' Convert selected object to layout object.
: '''[[Create Color Gradient]]'''
: '''Generalization'''
: '''-[[Generalize Buildings]]'''
: '''-Smooth:''' Smooth selected line or area object(s) drawn in freehand mode.
: '''[[Topology]]'''
: '''-Join:''' Move the ends of the selected line object to connect to adjoining objects.
: '''-Select Duplicate Objects:''' Duplicate the selected object(s).
: '''-Select Self-Intersected Objects'''
: '''-Merge with Condition:''' Merge with conditions the selected objects into one object.
: '''-Create Point Objects at Line Ends'''
: '''-Close Area Objects'''
: '''-Remove Overshoots and Undershoots'''
: '''-Insert Intersections'''
: '''Change Symbol (Selected objects)'''
: '''Change Symbol (All Objects with Corresponding Symbol)'''
: '''Add Vertex:''' Insert a normal, corner or dash vertex.
: '''Remove Vertex:''' Delete a vertex from a selected object.
: '''Change Vertex Types to:''' Change vertex types for the selected object(s).
: '''[[Group and Ungroup|Group]]'''
: '''[[Group and Ungroup|Ungroup]]'''
: '''Find and Replace Text'''
: '''[[Insert Glyphs]]''': Insert special letters.
: '''Measure:''' Measure the selected line or area object or the distance between 2 selected point objects
: '''Object Information:''' Show information about selected object(s).

===Symbol Menu===
: '''New:''' Create a new symbol.
: '''Edit:''' Define or redefine the selected symbol.
: '''Icon:''' Draw or edit the symbol's icon, which appears in the symbol box.
: '''Enlarge/Reduce:''' Enlarge or reduce the selected symbol or all symbols.
: '''Copy:''' Copy the selected symbol to the clipboard.
: '''Paste:''' Copy a symbol from the clipboard to the current map.
: '''Delete:''' Delete the selected symbol.
: '''Duplicate:''' Make a copy of the selected symbol.
: '''Sort Symbol Box:''' Sort the symbols in the symbol box.
: '''-By Number:''' Sort symbol in symbol box by number.
: '''-By Color:''' Sort symbol in symbol box by color.
: '''-By Status (Normal, Protect or Hide):''' Sort symbol in symbol box by status.
: '''Select:''' Select certain symbols in the symbol box.
: '''-Used:''' Select used symbols in symbol box.
: '''-Unused:''' Select unused symbols in symbol box.
: '''-Invert:''' Change current selection such that everything previously unselected will now be and vice versa.
: '''-All:''' Select all symbols in symbol box.
: '''-By Color:''' Select all Symbols with same color .
: '''Normal:''' Make objects with the selected symbol(s) appear normal.
: '''Protect:''' Make objects with the selected symbol(s) protected from editing.
: '''Hide:''' Objects with the selected symbol(s) do not appear.
: '''Show [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:''' Normal / Hide.
: '''Show Graphic Objects:''' Normal / Hide.
: '''Image Objects:''' Normal / Protect / Hide
: '''-Normal:''' Selected Symbols are not protected and not hidden.
: '''-Protect:''' Selected symbol(s) are visible but cannot be edited.
: '''-Hide:''' Selected symbol(s) are not visible .
: '''Show Symbol Favorites:''' Display the symbol favorites in symbol box.
: '''Add To Favorites:''' Add the selected symbol(s) to symbol favorites.
: '''Remove From Favorites:''' Remove the selected symbol(s) from symbol favorites.
: '''Show Symbol Tree:''' Display the symbol tree in symbol box.
: '''Remove From Symbol Tree:''' Remove the selected symbol(s) from symbol tree.
: '''[[Symbol Information]]:''' Show information of the selected symbol.

===Map Menu===
: '''Optimize/Repair:''' Remove empty space in the map file and repair damaged objects.
: '''Set Scale and Coordinate System:''' Set map scale and define the coordinate system.
: '''Change Scale:''' Change the scale of the map and enlarge/reduce the map according to the new scale.
: '''Create Map Grid:''' Create grid lines on the map.
: '''Create WGS84 Grid:''' Create a WGS84 grid on your current view.
: '''Hide:''' Hide the map on the screen.
: '''[[Map Transform|Transform]]:''' Adjust the map to the background map.
: '''-Move:''' Move the entire map to a different location in the coordinate system.
: '''-Stretch / Shrink:''' Stretch (enlarge or reduce) the entire map horizontally or vertically.
: '''-Mirror:''' Mirror the entire map horizontally or vertically.
: '''-Rotate Map:''' Rotate the entire map.
: '''-Change Coordinate System:''' Change current coordinate system to another.
: '''-Affine:''' Adjust the whole map on background map or on grid.
: '''-Rubbersheeting:''' Adjust a part of the map on a georeferenced background map.
: '''-Center map to Drawing Area'''
: '''Convert Imported Layers to Symbols:''' Convert the layers of an imported *.dxf or *.ai file.
: '''Convert Area or Line Objects to Point Objects:''' Convert area to point object(s).
: '''Convert Text Objects to Point Objects:''' Convert text to point object(s).
: '''Export Objects by Selected Symbol:''' Export all objects with a selected symbol to a new map file.
: '''Export Selected Objects'''
: '''Export Part of Map'''
: '''Colors:''' Define or edit the colors of the current map.
: '''Define Spot Colors:''' Define the spot colors of the current map.
: '''Load Colors From:''' Load a color table from another map.
: '''Load Colors and Symbols From:''' Load the symbol set from another map.
: '''Compare Colors and Symbols:''' Compare two symbol sets.
: '''Convert Text Objects from OEM to Unicode:''' Convert text objects from OEM to Unicode.
: '''Map Information:''' Show map information.

===Layout Menu===
: '''[[Layout#Edit_Layout_Objects|Edit Layout Objects]]:''' Draw and edit the layout objects.
: '''Import Layout'''
: '''Save Layout'''
: '''Add Layout Image'''
: '''Move Layout Image'''
: '''Hide'''
: '''Add Map Legend:''' Add a map legend with all your created symbols.
: '''Create Graticule Name Index'''
: '''Create Name Index'''

===Database Menu===
: '''Manage Database Connections:''' Create and edit datasets.
: '''Create and Update Records:''' Create OCAD objects out of the database.
: '''Update Special Fields'''
: '''Create Objects from Table:''' Create OCAD objects from database records.
: '''Assign Symbols by Records'''
: '''Add Texts by Records'''
: '''Define Object Direction by Records:''' Assign angle information from the open dataset(s) to the objects.
: '''Merge Objects by Records'''
: '''Select Linked Objects with Corresponding Record'''
: '''Select Linked Objects without Corresponding Record'''
: '''Select Objects Linket to the same Record'''
: '''Delete Database Record when Deleting Object:''' If the option is turned on and an OCAD object with a linked database record is deleted, the database record is deleted, too.
: '''Create Database Record when Cutting Object'''

===Background Map Menu===
: '''Scan:''' Scan a background map using a TWAIN interface.
: '''-Acquire:''' Acquire a background map
: '''-Select Source:''' Select source from which the background map acquire
: '''[[Background_Map#Open_a_Background_Map|Open]]:''' Open a scanned background map stored in a file.
: '''[[Background_Map#Adjust_a_Background_Map|Adjust]]:''' Adjust the background maps in horizontal and vertical directions.
: '''[[Background_Map#Hide_all_Background_Maps|Hide All]]:''' Hide the background maps temporarily.
: '''[[Background_Map#Manage_Background_Maps|Manage]]:''' Set options for displaying and printing the background maps.
: '''[[WMS|WMS - Web Map Service]]:''' Add background map from WMS

===DEM Menu===
: '''Import:''' Import an ASCII Grid or XYZ file to OCAD.
: '''Open:''' Open an OCAD DEM file (*ocdDem).
: '''Show Frame:''' Shows blue rectangle with the extent of loaded DEM.
: '''Resize:''' Resize OCAD DEM file (make a subset) and save it as a new OCAD DEM file.
: '''Info:''' Shows information about OCAD DEM file.
: '''Close:''' Close OCAD DEM file.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Merge_DEM Merge DEM]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference Calculate DEM Difference]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Contour_Lines Create Contour Lines]]:''' Calculates contour lines based on the loaded DEM.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Hypsometric_Map Create Hypsometric Map]]:''' Calculates a grayscale or colored hypsometric map
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Hill_Shading Create Hill Shading]]:''' Calculates a shaded relief picture.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient Calculate Slope Gradient]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height Classify Vegetation Height]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Profile Create Profile]]:''' Creates a profile for the selected line object.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Export Export]]:''' Save loaded OCAD DEM file as ESRI ASCII Grid or as ASCII Grid XYZ.

===GPS Menu===
''(This function is only available in OCAD Professional!)''
: '''Real Time GPS'''
: '''Adjust GPS'''
: '''Import Data from GPS Device'''
: '''Import from File'''
: '''[[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to Laser Distance Meter]]'''

===Options Menu===
: '''OCAD Preferences:''' Options for your individual working methods.
: '''Shortcuts:''' Define or change keyboard shortcuts for menu commands.
: '''[[Backup and Restore Options]]'''
: '''Language:''' Choose a language.

===Windows Menu===
: '''Tile:''' Arrange all open maps horizontally or vertically on the screen.
: '''Cascade:''' Arrange all open maps in a way that the title of each map is visible.

===Help Menu===
: '''Contents:''' The contents of this help file.
: '''Help:''' Help for menu commands.
: '''Toolbar:''' Help for toolbar buttons.
: '''OCAD Home page:''' Connect to the OCAD homepage on the Internet.
: '''OCAD Update:''' Connect to the OCAD download site on the Internet.
: '''Getting Started with OCAD10'''
: '''OCAD How Tos:''' Connect to Learning Videos on OCAD homepage.
: '''About OCAD:''' General Information about OCAD.

==Using the Keyboard with the Mouse==
This section provides an overview of options for using the keyboard and the mouse together.

===Drawing===
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]]: When starting a curve, straight line or freehand line: extend an existing object.
*'''Ctrl:''' Trace an existing object.
*'''Alt:''' Drawing a straight line: the line is made exactly horizontal or vertical.

===Drawing a circle===
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]]: Drag the radius from the center point.

===Edit===
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]]: Add or remove an object to/from the selected objects.
*'''Ctrl:''' Remove a vertex.
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] '''+ Ctrl:''' Insert a normal vertex.
*'''Alt:''' Select an object behind an object that has already been selected.
*'''Alt +''' [[File:Icon_Cut.PNG|cut]]: hange to Edit mode to select next line object in between cutting lines.
*'''Ctrl +''' [[File:Icon_Cut.PNG|cut]]: Cut a virtual gap into the selected line object.
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] + [[File:Icon_Cut.PNG|cut]]: Cut a broken line: a gap is inserted at the vertex where the cut was made.
*'''Arrow keys:''' Moves the selected object.

===View===
*'''Space bar + Left Mouse Button:''' Move the View (pan).
*'''Ctrl + Mouse Wheel:''' Zoom in and zoom outIncrease/reduce the size of the map section.
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] '''+ Mouse Wheel:''' Move the map section horizontally (scroll).

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What is New

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==Revised features in the menu==

===File===
* Map Sharing
* Upload to FTP Server
* Download from FTP Server
* Synchronizie
* [[Send File by Email]]

===[[Server Client|Server/Client]]===
* Connect/Disconnet
* Import Map
* Check Out Selected Objects
* Check in Selected Objects
* Show Checked Out Objects
* Generate Map Preview

===View===
* Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites)
* Define View Mode Loop
* Next View Mode in Loop
* [[Keyline]]
* [[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]
* Show WGS84 Grid
* [[Show Rulers]]
* [[Ruler Guides]]

===[[Select]]===
* Select All
* Clear Selection
* Save Selection
* Reload Selection
* Edit Selection

===Object===
* [[Crop Objects]]
* [[Move Parallel with Distance]]
* [[Reshape]]
* [[Interpolate Objects]]
* [[Move and Duplicate]]
* [[Convert to Layout Object]]
* [[Topology]]:
: -Select Duplicate Objects
: -Select Self-Intersected Objects
: -Create Point Objects at Line Ends
: -Close Area Objects
: -Remove Overshoots and Undershoots
: -Insert Intersections
* [[Create Color Gradient]]
* [[Generalize Buildings]]
* [[Group and Ungroup]]
* [[Insert Glyphs]]

===Symbol===
* [[Symbol Information]]
* [[Protect Image Objects]]

===Map===
* [[Create WGS84 Grid]]
* Center Map to Drawing Area

===[[Layout|Layout]]===
* [[Layout#Edit_Layout_Objects|Edit Layout Objects]]
* [[Layout#Import_Layout|Import Layout]]
* [[Layout#Save_Layout|Save Layout]]
* [[Layout|Hide]]
* [[Layout|Add North Arrow or Scale Bar]]
* [[Layout#Add_Map_Legend|Add Map Legend]]
* [[Layout#Create_Graticule_Name_Index|Create Graticule Name Index]]
* [[Layout#Create_Name_Index|Create Name Index]]

===Database===
* Linked Objects without Corresponding Record

===Background Map===
* [[WMS|WMS - Web Map Service]]

===[[DEM]]===
* [[DEM#Import|Import]]
* [[DEM#Merge_DEM|Merge DEM]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference|Calculate DEM Difference]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient|Calculate Slope Gradient]]
* [[DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height|Classify Vegetation Height]]

===GPS===
* [[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to "TruPulse 360°B" Laser Distance Meter]]

===Options===
* [[Backup and Restore Options]]

==Other new features==
* [[Life preview]]
* [[Snapping]]
* Easier creating of symbol icons
* Colored color combo box in symbol editor
* Drag and drop colors in the table
* [[OCAD Internet Map|OIM]] with HTML and JavaScript

Previous Chapter: [[ About this Manual]]

Next Chapter: [[Graphical User Interface]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Layout

2011-11-10T17:26:55Z

80.238.236.166: /* Add North Arrow or Scale Bar */

[[File:Order_Layout.png|x300px]]

{| style="float:right; background:transparent; padding:0px; margin:0px;"
|- valign="top"
|[[File:EditLayoutObjects.jpg|Edit Layout Objects]]
|}

Layout objects can not be selected, moved, removed or changed unless by clicking '''Edit Layout Objects''' in '''Layout''' menu.

===Edit Layout Objects===

Add new layout objects like lines, areas or text and define their properties.

Lines: Color and line width. 
Areas: Color. 
Text: Color, Font and text size. 

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The error message: "Layout font attributes list is full" appears if the list contains the maximum of 256 entries.

'''Layout Images''' 
Add layout images by clicking the '''Add''' button in the images box. 
Move or resize a layout image by clicking the '''Move or resize''' button in the images box. 
Remove a layout image by clicking the '''Remove''' button in the images box.

'''Layout Objects List''' 
All Layout objects are listed in the layout objects list. It is possible to set them visible or hidden and to move them up and down.

===Import Layout===
Choose this command to import the layout objects from another OCAD map. The layout objects are placed in the center of actual drawing area.

===Save Layout===
Choose this command to save the layout objects to a separate file.

===Hide Layout===
Check the '''Hide Layout''' menu item to hide the layout objects.

===Add North Arrow or Scale Bar===
Not implemented.

===Add Map Legend===

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects.

===Create Graticule Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Graticule Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Index origin of longitude/latitude''': Enter index origin coordinates.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Name index symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the graticule name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

===Create Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Horizontal/vertical offset''': Enter the coordinates of the upper left or lower left corner where the numbering of the grid starts.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

Previous Chapter: [[Edit Object]]

Next Chapter: [[Export Files]]

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What is New

2011-11-10T17:26:20Z

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==Revised features in the menu==

===File===
* Map Sharing
* Upload to FTP Server
* Download from FTP Server
* Synchronizie
* [[Send File by Email]]

===[[Server Client|Server/Client]]===
* Connect/Disconnet
* Import Map
* Check Out Selected Objects
* Check in Selected Objects
* Show Checked Out Objects
* Generate Map Preview

===View===
* Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites)
* Define View Mode Loop
* Next View Mode in Loop
* [[Keyline]]
* [[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]
* Show WGS84 Grid
* [[Show Rulers]]
* [[Ruler Guides]]

===[[Select]]===
* Select All
* Clear Selection
* Save Selection
* Reload Selection
* Edit Selection

===Object===
* [[Crop Objects]]
* [[Move Parallel with Distance]]
* [[Reshape]]
* [[Interpolate Objects]]
* [[Move and Duplicate]]
* [[Convert to Layout Object]]
* [[Topology]]:
: -Select Duplicate Objects
: -Select Self-Intersected Objects
: -Create Point Objects at Line Ends
: -Close Area Objects
: -Remove Overshoots and Undershoots
: -Insert Intersections
* [[Create Color Gradient]]
* [[Generalize Buildings]]
* [[Group and Ungroup]]
* [[Insert Glyphs]]

===Symbol===
* [[Symbol Information]]
* [[Protect Image Objects]]

===Map===
* [[Create WGS84 Grid]]
* Center Map to Drawing Area

===[[Layout|Layout]]===
* [[Layout#Edit_Layout_Objects|Edit Layout Objects]]
* [[Layout#Import_Layout|Import Layout]]
* [[Layout#Save_Layout|Save Layout]]
* [[Layout|Hide]]
* [[Layout|Add North Arrow or Scale Bar]]
* [[Layout#Add_Map_Legend|Add Map Legend]]
* [[Layout#Create_Graticule_Name_Index|Create Graticule Name Index]]
* [[Layout#Create_Name_Index|Create Name Index]]

===Database===
* Linked Objects without Corresponding Record

===Background Map===
* [[WMS|WMS - Web Map Service]]

===[[DEM]]===
* [[DEM#Import|Import]]
* [[DEM#Merge_DEM|Merge DEM]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference|Calculate DEM Difference]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient|Calculate Slope Gradient]]
* [[DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height|Classify Vegetation Height]]

===GPS===
* [[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to "TruPulse 360°B" Laser Distance Meter]]

===Options===
* [[Backup and Restore Options]]

==Other new features==
* [[Life preview]]
* [[Snapping]]
* Easier creating of symbol icons
* Colored color combo box in symbol editor
* Drag and drop colors in the table
* Import GML
* [[OCAD Internet Map|OIM]] with HTML and JavaScript

Previous Chapter: [[ About this Manual]]

Next Chapter: [[Graphical User Interface]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Layout

2011-11-10T17:24:25Z

80.238.236.166: /* Add Map Legend */

[[File:Order_Layout.png|x300px]]

{| style="float:right; background:transparent; padding:0px; margin:0px;"
|- valign="top"
|[[File:EditLayoutObjects.jpg|Edit Layout Objects]]
|}

Layout objects can not be selected, moved, removed or changed unless by clicking '''Edit Layout Objects''' in '''Layout''' menu.

===Edit Layout Objects===

Add new layout objects like lines, areas or text and define their properties.

Lines: Color and line width. 
Areas: Color. 
Text: Color, Font and text size. 

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The error message: "Layout font attributes list is full" appears if the list contains the maximum of 256 entries.

'''Layout Images''' 
Add layout images by clicking the '''Add''' button in the images box. 
Move or resize a layout image by clicking the '''Move or resize''' button in the images box. 
Remove a layout image by clicking the '''Remove''' button in the images box.

'''Layout Objects List''' 
All Layout objects are listed in the layout objects list. It is possible to set them visible or hidden and to move them up and down.

===Import Layout===
Choose this command to import the layout objects from another OCAD map. The layout objects are placed in the center of actual drawing area.

===Save Layout===
Choose this command to save the layout objects to a separate file.

===Hide Layout===
Check the '''Hide Layout''' menu item to hide the layout objects.

===Add North Arrow or Scale Bar===

===Add Map Legend===

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects.

===Create Graticule Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Graticule Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Index origin of longitude/latitude''': Enter index origin coordinates.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Name index symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the graticule name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

===Create Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Horizontal/vertical offset''': Enter the coordinates of the upper left or lower left corner where the numbering of the grid starts.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

Previous Chapter: [[Edit Object]]

Next Chapter: [[Export Files]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Layout

2011-11-10T17:16:21Z

80.238.236.166: /* Create Name Index */

[[File:Order_Layout.png|x300px]]

{| style="float:right; background:transparent; padding:0px; margin:0px;"
|- valign="top"
|[[File:EditLayoutObjects.jpg|Edit Layout Objects]]
|}

Layout objects can not be selected, moved, removed or changed unless by clicking '''Edit Layout Objects''' in '''Layout''' menu.

===Edit Layout Objects===

Add new layout objects like lines, areas or text and define their properties.

Lines: Color and line width. 
Areas: Color. 
Text: Color, Font and text size. 

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The error message: "Layout font attributes list is full" appears if the list contains the maximum of 256 entries.

'''Layout Images''' 
Add layout images by clicking the '''Add''' button in the images box. 
Move or resize a layout image by clicking the '''Move or resize''' button in the images box. 
Remove a layout image by clicking the '''Remove''' button in the images box.

'''Layout Objects List''' 
All Layout objects are listed in the layout objects list. It is possible to set them visible or hidden and to move them up and down.

===Import Layout===
Choose this command to import the layout objects from another OCAD map. The layout objects are placed in the center of actual drawing area.

===Save Layout===
Choose this command to save the layout objects to a separate file.

===Hide Layout===
Check the '''Hide Layout''' menu item to hide the layout objects.

===Add North Arrow or Scale Bar===

===Add Map Legend===

===Create Graticule Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Graticule Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Index origin of longitude/latitude''': Enter index origin coordinates.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Name index symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the graticule name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

===Create Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Horizontal/vertical offset''': Enter the coordinates of the upper left or lower left corner where the numbering of the grid starts.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

Previous Chapter: [[Edit Object]]

Next Chapter: [[Export Files]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Layout

2011-11-10T17:16:02Z

80.238.236.166: /* Create Graticule Name Index */

[[File:Order_Layout.png|x300px]]

{| style="float:right; background:transparent; padding:0px; margin:0px;"
|- valign="top"
|[[File:EditLayoutObjects.jpg|Edit Layout Objects]]
|}

Layout objects can not be selected, moved, removed or changed unless by clicking '''Edit Layout Objects''' in '''Layout''' menu.

===Edit Layout Objects===

Add new layout objects like lines, areas or text and define their properties.

Lines: Color and line width. 
Areas: Color. 
Text: Color, Font and text size. 

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The error message: "Layout font attributes list is full" appears if the list contains the maximum of 256 entries.

'''Layout Images''' 
Add layout images by clicking the '''Add''' button in the images box. 
Move or resize a layout image by clicking the '''Move or resize''' button in the images box. 
Remove a layout image by clicking the '''Remove''' button in the images box.

'''Layout Objects List''' 
All Layout objects are listed in the layout objects list. It is possible to set them visible or hidden and to move them up and down.

===Import Layout===
Choose this command to import the layout objects from another OCAD map. The layout objects are placed in the center of actual drawing area.

===Save Layout===
Choose this command to save the layout objects to a separate file.

===Hide Layout===
Check the '''Hide Layout''' menu item to hide the layout objects.

===Add North Arrow or Scale Bar===

===Add Map Legend===

===Create Graticule Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Graticule Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Index origin of longitude/latitude''': Enter index origin coordinates.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Name index symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the graticule name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

===Create Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Horizontal/vertical offset''': Enter the coordinates of the upper left or lower left corner where the numbering of the grid starts.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Objects''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

Previous Chapter: [[Edit Object]]

Next Chapter: [[Export Files]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Layout

2011-11-10T17:15:41Z

80.238.236.166: /* Create Graticule Name Index */

[[File:Order_Layout.png|x300px]]

{| style="float:right; background:transparent; padding:0px; margin:0px;"
|- valign="top"
|[[File:EditLayoutObjects.jpg|Edit Layout Objects]]
|}

Layout objects can not be selected, moved, removed or changed unless by clicking '''Edit Layout Objects''' in '''Layout''' menu.

===Edit Layout Objects===

Add new layout objects like lines, areas or text and define their properties.

Lines: Color and line width. 
Areas: Color. 
Text: Color, Font and text size. 

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The error message: "Layout font attributes list is full" appears if the list contains the maximum of 256 entries.

'''Layout Images''' 
Add layout images by clicking the '''Add''' button in the images box. 
Move or resize a layout image by clicking the '''Move or resize''' button in the images box. 
Remove a layout image by clicking the '''Remove''' button in the images box.

'''Layout Objects List''' 
All Layout objects are listed in the layout objects list. It is possible to set them visible or hidden and to move them up and down.

===Import Layout===
Choose this command to import the layout objects from another OCAD map. The layout objects are placed in the center of actual drawing area.

===Save Layout===
Choose this command to save the layout objects to a separate file.

===Hide Layout===
Check the '''Hide Layout''' menu item to hide the layout objects.

===Add North Arrow or Scale Bar===

===Add Map Legend===

===Create Graticule Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Index origin of longitude/latitude''': Enter index origin coordinates.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Name index symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the graticule name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Object''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

===Create Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Horizontal/vertical offset''': Enter the coordinates of the upper left or lower left corner where the numbering of the grid starts.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Objects''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

Previous Chapter: [[Edit Object]]

Next Chapter: [[Export Files]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Layout

2011-11-10T17:12:43Z

80.238.236.166: /* Create Name Index */

[[File:Order_Layout.png|x300px]]

{| style="float:right; background:transparent; padding:0px; margin:0px;"
|- valign="top"
|[[File:EditLayoutObjects.jpg|Edit Layout Objects]]
|}

Layout objects can not be selected, moved, removed or changed unless by clicking '''Edit Layout Objects''' in '''Layout''' menu.

===Edit Layout Objects===

Add new layout objects like lines, areas or text and define their properties.

Lines: Color and line width. 
Areas: Color. 
Text: Color, Font and text size. 

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The error message: "Layout font attributes list is full" appears if the list contains the maximum of 256 entries.

'''Layout Images''' 
Add layout images by clicking the '''Add''' button in the images box. 
Move or resize a layout image by clicking the '''Move or resize''' button in the images box. 
Remove a layout image by clicking the '''Remove''' button in the images box.

'''Layout Objects List''' 
All Layout objects are listed in the layout objects list. It is possible to set them visible or hidden and to move them up and down.

===Import Layout===
Choose this command to import the layout objects from another OCAD map. The layout objects are placed in the center of actual drawing area.

===Save Layout===
Choose this command to save the layout objects to a separate file.

===Hide Layout===
Check the '''Hide Layout''' menu item to hide the layout objects.

===Add North Arrow or Scale Bar===

===Add Map Legend===

===Create Graticule Name Index===

===Create Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Horizontal/vertical offset''': Enter the coordinates of the upper left or lower left corner where the numbering of the grid starts.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Objects''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

Previous Chapter: [[Edit Object]]

Next Chapter: [[Export Files]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Layout

2011-11-10T17:12:03Z

80.238.236.166: /* Create Name Index */

[[File:Order_Layout.png|x300px]]

{| style="float:right; background:transparent; padding:0px; margin:0px;"
|- valign="top"
|[[File:EditLayoutObjects.jpg|Edit Layout Objects]]
|}

Layout objects can not be selected, moved, removed or changed unless by clicking '''Edit Layout Objects''' in '''Layout''' menu.

===Edit Layout Objects===

Add new layout objects like lines, areas or text and define their properties.

Lines: Color and line width. 
Areas: Color. 
Text: Color, Font and text size. 

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The error message: "Layout font attributes list is full" appears if the list contains the maximum of 256 entries.

'''Layout Images''' 
Add layout images by clicking the '''Add''' button in the images box. 
Move or resize a layout image by clicking the '''Move or resize''' button in the images box. 
Remove a layout image by clicking the '''Remove''' button in the images box.

'''Layout Objects List''' 
All Layout objects are listed in the layout objects list. It is possible to set them visible or hidden and to move them up and down.

===Import Layout===
Choose this command to import the layout objects from another OCAD map. The layout objects are placed in the center of actual drawing area.

===Save Layout===
Choose this command to save the layout objects to a separate file.

===Hide Layout===
Check the '''Hide Layout''' menu item to hide the layout objects.

===Add North Arrow or Scale Bar===

===Add Map Legend===

===Create Graticule Name Index===

===Create Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command in the '''Layout menu'''. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Name Index Dialog''' 
* '''Horizontal/vertical offset''': Enter the coordinates of the upper left or lower left corner where the numbering of the grid starts.
* '''Horizontal/vertical distance''': Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
* '''Angle''': Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
* '''Style''': Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
* '''Symbol''': Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Objects''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

Previous Chapter: [[Edit Object]]

Next Chapter: [[Export Files]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Layout

2011-11-10T17:10:49Z

80.238.236.166: /* Create Name Index */

[[File:Order_Layout.png|x300px]]

{| style="float:right; background:transparent; padding:0px; margin:0px;"
|- valign="top"
|[[File:EditLayoutObjects.jpg|Edit Layout Objects]]
|}

Layout objects can not be selected, moved, removed or changed unless by clicking '''Edit Layout Objects''' in '''Layout''' menu.

===Edit Layout Objects===

Add new layout objects like lines, areas or text and define their properties.

Lines: Color and line width. 
Areas: Color. 
Text: Color, Font and text size. 

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The error message: "Layout font attributes list is full" appears if the list contains the maximum of 256 entries.

'''Layout Images''' 
Add layout images by clicking the '''Add''' button in the images box. 
Move or resize a layout image by clicking the '''Move or resize''' button in the images box. 
Remove a layout image by clicking the '''Remove''' button in the images box.

'''Layout Objects List''' 
All Layout objects are listed in the layout objects list. It is possible to set them visible or hidden and to move them up and down.

===Import Layout===
Choose this command to import the layout objects from another OCAD map. The layout objects are placed in the center of actual drawing area.

===Save Layout===
Choose this command to save the layout objects to a separate file.

===Hide Layout===
Check the '''Hide Layout''' menu item to hide the layout objects.

===Add North Arrow or Scale Bar===

===Add Map Legend===

===Create Graticule Name Index===

===Create Name Index===
Select one or more symbols in the symbol box before choosing the command in the '''Layout menu'''. All text objects and line text objects with these symbol(s) are included to the index. 

'''Create Name Index Dialog''' 
Horizontal/vertical offset: Enter the coordinates of the upper left or lower left corner where the numbering of the grid starts.
Horizontal/vertical distance: Enter the distance between the grid lines. 
Angle: Enter the angle of the grid. This angle is normally zero. 
Style: Choose a numbering style. One axis is always numbered "A, B, C..." and the other "1, 2, 3..." 
Symbol: Choose a text symbol. It is used to draw the name index on the map.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] This function creates symbolized map objects, not layout objects. Use the function '''Convert to Layout Objects''' to convert the index to layout objects. 

Previous Chapter: [[Edit Object]]

Next Chapter: [[Export Files]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Layout

2011-11-10T17:09:49Z

80.238.236.166: /* Create Name Index */

Layout

2011-11-10T16:22:48Z

80.238.236.166: /* Hide Layout */

Graphical User Interface

2011-11-10T14:22:56Z

80.238.236.166: /* Layout Menu */

[[File:GUI.JPG|1000x1000px]]

==Toolbars==

The Toolbars can be moved within the graphical user interface. The buttons can be individually shown or hidden via the '''Options''' menu under '''OCAD Preferences''', '''GUI (Graphical user Interface)''', '''Toolbars'''.

[[File:Toolbars.JPG|toolbars]]

===Standard Toolbar===
[[File:StandardToolbar.JPG|Standard buttons]]
: [[File:Icon_New.PNG|new]] '''New:''' Create a new map.
: [[File:Icon_Open.PNG|open]] '''Open:''' Open an existing map.
: [[File:Icon_Save.PNG|save]] '''Save:''' Save changes made to the map.
: [[File:Icon_Print.PNG|print]] '''Print:''' Print out the map.
: [[File:Icon_Undo.PNG|undo]] '''Undo:''' Undo previous actions.
: [[File:Icon_Redo.PNG|redo]] '''Redo:''' Cancel the previous undo action.

===Edit functions Toolbar===
[[File:EditFunctionsToolbar.JPG|edit functions toolbar]]
: [[File:Icon_FindSelectedObjects.PNG|find selected objects]] '''Find Selected Objects:''' Move screen to the selected object.
: [[File:Icon_Delete.PNG|delete]] '''Delete:''' Delete the selected object(s).
: [[File:Icon_DuplicateObject.PNG|duplicate object]] '''Duplicate Object:''' Create a copy of the selected objects.
: [[File:Icon_FillOrMakeBorder.PNG|fill or make border]] '''Fill or Make Border:''' Fill a line or area object(s) with area object(s) or make line border of area object(s).
: [[File:Icon_Merge.PNG|merge]] '''Merge:''' Merge multiple line, area and text objects into one object.
: [[File:Icon_ReverseObject.PNG|reverse object]] '''Reverse Object:''' Reverse the direction of the selected line object(s)
: [[File:Icon_ChangeToBezierCurve.PNG|change to Bézier curve]] '''Change To Bézier Curve''': Convert the selected line or area object(s) drawn in freehand mode to curves.
: [[File:Icon_ConvertToGraphicObject.PNG|convert to graphic object]] '''Convert To Graphic Object:''' Convert the selected object(s) to their graphic elements (lines and areas).
: [[File:Icon_Smooth.PNG|smooth]] '''Smooth'''
: [[File:Icon_Snapping.PNG|snapping]] '''Snapping'''
: [[File:Icon_Join.PNG|join]] ''' Join:''' Move the ends of the selected line object to connect to adjoining objects.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolOfObject.PNG|change symbol of object]] '''Change Symbol of Object:''' The selected object is assigned to the symbol selected in the symbol box.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolForAllObjectsWithThisSymbol.PNG|change symbol for all objects with this symbol]] '''Change Symbol For All Objects With This Symbol:''' Change the symbol of all objects with a symbol A to symbol B.
: [[File:Icon_Measure.PNG|measure]] '''Measure:''' Measure the selected line or area object or the distance between 2 selected vertices objects.
: [[File:Icon_AutomaticJoining.PNG|automatic joining]] '''Automatic joining:''' Automatically join the ends of lines during the drawing process.
: [[File:SmoothingLvl.JPG|smoothing level]] '''Smoothing level''': This option is used to select the required smoothing level for lines, for converting freehand lines into Bézier curves and for automatically smoothing lines drawn in freehand mode.

===View Toolbar===
[[File:ViewToolbar.JPG|view toolbar]]
Various functions are available for increasing or reducing the size of map sections as well as repositioning them.
: [[File:Icon_Pan.PNG|pan]] '''Pan:''' Reposition the map section
: [[File:Icon_PanLocked.PNG|pan locked]] '''Pan locked:''' Reposition the map section a number of times in succession.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomIn.PNG|zoom in]] '''Zoom In:''' Increase the size of the map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomInLocked.PNG|zoom in locked]] '''Zoom in locked:''' Increase the size of the map section a number of times in succession.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomOut.PNG|zoom out]] '''Zoom Out:''' Reduce the size of the map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomOutToPreviousView.PNG|zoom out to previous view]] '''Zoom out to previous view:''' Return to last smaller map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomToPreviousView.PNG|zoom to previous view]] '''Zoom to previous view:''' Return to last map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomToNextView.PNG|zoom to next view]] '''Zoom to next view:''' Go to previous map section.
: [[File:Icon_ShowEntireMap.PNG|show entire map]] '''Show Entire Map:''' Display the entire map in the drawing window.
: [[File:DraftMode.JPG|draft mode slider]] '''Draft mode slider:''' The upper slider (M for map) is used to fade out the map objects; the lower slider (B for background) to fade out the map background.The Draft mode slider is only visible if Draft Mode is active in the View menu.
: [[File:Icon_ShowGrid.PNG|show grid]] '''Show grid:''' Display the coordinate grid in the drawing window.

===Edit and drawing toolbar===
[[File:EditAndDrawingToolbar.JPG|edit and drawing toolbar]]

====Edit modes====
: [[File:EditToolbar.JPG|EditToolbar.JPG]]
: [[File:Icon_SelectAndEditObject.PNG|select and edit object]] '''Select and Edit Object:''' Select and move objects.
: [[File:Icon_SelectObjectAndEditVertex.PNG|select object and edit vertex]] '''Select Object and Edit Vertex:''' Select objects or move points of objects.
: [[File:Icon_NormalVertex.PNG|normal vertex]] '''Normal Vertex:''' Add a Normal vertex
: [[File:Icon_CornerVertex.PNG|corner vertex]] '''Corner Vertex:''' Add a Corner vertex
: [[File:Icon_DashVertex.PNG|dash vertex]] '''Dash Vertex:''' Add a Dash vertex.
: [[File:Icon_RemoveVertex.PNG|remove vertex]] '''Remove Vertex'''
: [[File:Icon_IndicateDirectionOfAreaPatternPointOrTextObject.PNG|indicate direction of area pattern point or text object]] ''' Indicate Direction of Area Pattern, Point or Text Object'''
: [[File:Icon_RotateObject.PNG|rotate object]] '''Rotate Object:''' Rotate the selected object(s).
: [[File:Icon_CutHole.PNG|cut hole]] '''Cut hole:''' Cut hole in area.
: [[File:Icon_CutArea.PNG|cut area]] '''Cut area:''' Cut area object.
: [[File:Icon_Cut.PNG|cut]] '''Cut:''' Cut line object.
: [[File:Icon_MoveParallel.PNG|move parallel]] '''Move parallel:''' Move the selected line or area object parallel to the original object.
: [[File:Icon_Reshape.PNG|reshape]] '''Reshape:''' To shape (something) again or differently

====Drawing modes====
: [[File:Icon_CurveMode.PNG|curve mode]] '''Curve mode:''' Draw in curve mode.
: [[File:Icon_EllipseMode.PNG|ellipse mode]] '''Ellipse mode:''' Draw elliptical (oval) objects.
: [[File:Icon_CircleMode.PNG|circle mode]] '''Circle mode:''' Draw circular objects.
: [[File:Icon_RectangularLineMode.PNG|rectangular line mode]] '''Rectangular line mode:''' Draw rectangular line objects with any number of corners.
: [[File:Icon_RectangularMode.PNG|rectangular mode]] '''Rectangular mode:''' Draw rectangular area objects with any number of corners.
: [[File:Icon_StraightLineMode.PNG|straight line mode]] '''Straight line mode:''' Draw objects with straight lines.
: [[File:Icon_FreehandMode.PNG|freehand mode]] '''Freehand mode:''' Draw objects in freehand mode.
: [[File:Icon_DrawingMultiplePointObjects.PNG|drawing multiple point objects]] '''Drawing multiple point objects:''' Draw several point objects that are placed on a line with a constant interval.
: [[File:Icon_NumericMode.PNG|numeric mode]] '''Numeric Mode:''' Draw objects in numeric mode.
: [[File:Icon_LaserDistance.PNG]] '''Laser distance drawing mode'''

: [[File:NumericToolbar.JPG|numeric toolbar]] '''Numeric Toolbar'''

===Server Toolbar===

ADD

===Customize Toolbar dialog box===
Choose this command to customize toolbars.
The dialog box is opened by clicking '''Customize''' button in on '''GUI (Graphical User Interface)''' page in '''OCAD Preferences''' dialog box or by clicking on the right end of a toolbar.
When the box above the button is checked the button will be visible otherwise it will be hidden.

ADD PICTURE TOOLBAR

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The Numeric keypad toolbar cannot be customized.

==Menu==
The OCAD Professional Edition features the following 15 menus:

[[File:Menu.JPG|menu]]

*'''File''': File management, file import and export functions, printing
*'''Server/Client''': Functions for Server/Client
*'''View''': Functions for viewing the map
*'''Select''': Functions for selecting an object or a vertex
*'''Object''': Object editing functions
*'''Symbol''': Functions for creating and editing symbols
*'''Map''': Map editing functions
*'''Layout''': Function for layout managing
*'''Database''': Functions for connecting and editing databases
*'''Background Map''': Functions for loading and managing background maps
*'''DEM''': Functions for the import, export and evaluation of Digital Elevation Models
*'''GPS''': Functions for connecting GPS devices or importing GPS data
*'''Options''': Functions for customizing personal preferences
*'''Window''': Functions for arranging the map window
*''' Help ''': OCAD Help

===File Menu===
: '''New:''' Create a new map.
: '''Open:''' Open an existing map file.
: '''Open Sample Map:''' Open a sample map file.
: '''Close:''' Close the current map file.
: '''Save:''' Save changes in the current map file.
: '''Save As:''' Save the current map file under a new name.
: '''Undo:''' Undo the last draw or edit operation.
: '''Redo:''' Reverse the effect of the Undo operation.
: '''Print:''' Print a color map or color separations.
: '''Import:''' Import a map file.
: '''Multiple File Import:''' Import multiple files at once.
: '''Export:''' Export the map in a different file format.
: '''Export OCAD Internet Map:''' Export the map to OCAD Internet Map.
: '''Export Encrypted File:''' Export the map to encrypted OCAD file format.
: '''Map Sharing:''' Sharing your map on a FTP server .
: '''-Upload to FTP Server:''' Upload your map to FTP Server .
: '''-Download from FTP Server:''' Download a map from FTP Server.
: '''-Synchronize:''' Synchronize data .
: '''[[Send File by Email]]:''' Send current map file by email.
: '''Execute XML Script:''' Execute function defined in a XML script file.
: '''Create Backup:''' Make a backup copy of the current map file.
: '''Restore Backup:''' Restore a map file saved with the Backup function.
: '''Open Recently Exported Documents:''' Open one of the documents you have exported recently.
: '''Open Recently used OCAD Files:''' Open one of the map files you have worked on recently.
: '''Exit OCAD:''' Terminate OCAD.

===Server/Client Menu===
: '''Connect/Disconnect:''' Connect or disconnect the connection to the server
: '''Get Objects from Current View'''
: '''Import Map:''' Import a Map from the connected server
: '''Delete Object in Database'''
: '''Check Out Selected Objects:''' Check out selected objects for editing.
: '''Check in Selected objects:''' Check out selected objects after finished edited objects .
: '''Show Checked Out Objects:''' Show current checked out objects.
: '''Database Undo:''' Undo your last move in the database.
: '''Database Redo:''' Redo your last move in the database .
: '''Generate Map Preview:''' Generate preview from current map.
: '''Do Database Maintenance:''' Upkeep Database
: '''Manage Server Bookmarks'''
: '''Show Project Information'''

===View Menu===
: '''Normal Mode:''' Normal mode view.
: '''Spot Color Mode:''' Spot color view.
: '''Draft Mode:''' Draft mode view. The background map can be seen behind the map.
: '''Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites):''' Map display transparent, background maps visible
: '''Define View Mode Loop:''' Define various view mode loops.
: '''Next View Mode in Loop:''' Switch to next defined view mode loop.
: '''[[Keyline]]:''' Shows a rough sketch, where objects has been placed .
: '''Hatch Areas:''' Display full areas as hatched areas on the screen.
: '''Anti-Aliasing:''' Anti-Aliasing view.
: '''Redraw:''' Redraw the drawing window.
: '''Pan:''' Move the view.
: '''Move To:''' Move the view to a desired position.
: '''Find Selected Objects:''' Find desired objects
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom In]]:''' Display the map with a higher magnification.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom Out]]:''' Display a larger area of the map.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]:''' Move screen zoom to selected objects.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Show Entire Map]]:''' Display the entire map on the screen.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom]]:''' Select the magnification in which the map is displayed.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|User Defined]]:''' Choose this command to set view to a specified zoom factor.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Bookmarks]]:''' Create and manage bookmarks of view.
: '''-Create:''' Create a new bookmark
: '''-Manage:''' Manage available bookmarks
: '''Show Map Grids:''' A grid is shown in the drawing window.
: '''Show WGS84 Grid:''' A WGS84 grid is shown in the drawing window .
: '''[[Show Rulers]]:''' Shows up and down a ruler .
: '''[[Ruler Guides]]:''' Show and manage ruler guides
: '''-Show:''' Show vertically or horizontally ruler guide
: '''-Manage:''' Add new ruler guide.

===[[Select]] Menu===
: '''Select and Edit Object:''' Select, move or stretch object(s).
: '''Select Object and Edit Vertex:''' Select or move vertex of object(s).
: '''Select Objects by Symbol:''' Select all objects with same symbol .
: '''Select Objects by Property:''' Select all objects with same properties.
: '''Select All:''' Select all objects in map.
: '''Clear Selection:''' Nothing is selected.
: '''Invert Selection:''' Change current selection such that everything previously unselected will now be selected and vice versa
: '''Select Next Object:''' Selects the next obvious object.
: '''Save Selection:''' Save current selection for later use.
: '''Reload Selection:''' Reload saved selection.
: '''Edit Selection:''' Manage saved selection.
: '''Select Group:''' Select a group of objects.

===Object menu===
: '''Cut:''' Copy the selected object(s) to the clipboard and delete them in the current map.
: '''Copy:''' Copy the selected object(s) to the clipboard.
: '''Paste:''' Insert the object(s) in the clipboard into the current map.
: '''Delete:''' Delete the selected object(s).
: '''Rotate Object:''' Rotate object(s).
: '''-Rotate:''' Rotate the selected object(s).
: '''-Rotate Object by Angle:''' Rotate the selected point object(s) by specifying a rotation angle.
: '''Align Objects:''' Align the selected objects horizontally or vertically.
: '''-Horizontal Coordinate'''
: '''-Vertical Coordinate'''
: '''Indicate Direction of Area Pattern, Point or Text Object:''' Change direction of selected point object, area pattern or text.
: '''Cut object:''' Cut hole, area or line.
: '''-Cut hole:''' Cut a hole in an object.
: '''-Cut area:''' Divides an area.
: '''-Cut line:''' Divides a line.
: '''[[Crop Objects]]:''' Crop selected Object(s).
: '''Move Parallel:''' Move the selected line or area object parallel to the original object.
: '''[[Move Parallel with Distance]]:''' Move the selected line or area object parallel with a distance to the original object.
: '''[[Reshape]]:''' To shape (something) again or differently :
: '''[[Interpolate Objects]]:''' Interpolate selected Objects to each other.
: '''Duplicate Object:''' Duplicate (create a copy of) the selected object(s).
: '''[[Move and Duplicate]]:''' Duplicate selected object and move it.
: '''Fill, Make Border, Duplicate Identically:''' Fill a line or area object(s) with area object(s) or make line border of area object(s).
: '''Merge:''' Merge multiple line, area and text objects into one object.
: '''Reverse Object Direction:''' Reverse the direction of the selected line object(s).
: '''Change to Polyline:''' Change selected object to polyline.
: '''Change to Bézier Curve:''' Change selected object to a Bézier curve.
: '''Convert to Graphic Object:''' Convert the selected object(s) to their graphic elements (lines and areas).
: '''[[Convert to Layout Object]]:''' Convert selected object to layout object.
: '''[[Create Color Gradient]]'''
: '''Generalization'''
: '''-[[Generalize Buildings]]'''
: '''-Smooth:''' Smooth selected line or area object(s) drawn in freehand mode.
: '''[[Topology]]'''
: '''-Join:''' Move the ends of the selected line object to connect to adjoining objects.
: '''-Select Duplicate Objects:''' Duplicate the selected object(s).
: '''-Select Self-Intersected Objects'''
: '''-Merge with Condition:''' Merge with conditions the selected objects into one object.
: '''-Create Point Objects at Line Ends'''
: '''-Close Area Objects'''
: '''-Remove Overshoots and Undershoots'''
: '''-Insert Intersections'''
: '''Change Symbol (Selected objects)'''
: '''Change Symbol (All Objects with Corresponding Symbol)'''
: '''Add Vertex:''' Insert a normal, corner or dash vertex.
: '''Remove Vertex:''' Delete a vertex from a selected object.
: '''Change Vertex Types to:''' Change vertex types for the selected object(s).
: '''[[Group and Ungroup|Group]]'''
: '''[[Group and Ungroup|Ungroup]]'''
: '''Find and Replace Text'''
: '''[[Insert Glyphs]]''': Insert special letters.
: '''Measure:''' Measure the selected line or area object or the distance between 2 selected point objects
: '''Object Information:''' Show information about selected object(s).

===Symbol Menu===
: '''New:''' Create a new symbol.
: '''Edit:''' Define or redefine the selected symbol.
: '''Icon:''' Draw or edit the symbol's icon, which appears in the symbol box.
: '''Enlarge/Reduce:''' Enlarge or reduce the selected symbol or all symbols.
: '''Copy:''' Copy the selected symbol to the clipboard.
: '''Paste:''' Copy a symbol from the clipboard to the current map.
: '''Delete:''' Delete the selected symbol.
: '''Duplicate:''' Make a copy of the selected symbol.
: '''Sort Symbol Box:''' Sort the symbols in the symbol box.
: '''-By Number:''' Sort symbol in symbol box by number.
: '''-By Color:''' Sort symbol in symbol box by color.
: '''-By Status (Normal, Protect or Hide):''' Sort symbol in symbol box by status.
: '''Select:''' Select certain symbols in the symbol box.
: '''-Used:''' Select used symbols in symbol box.
: '''-Unused:''' Select unused symbols in symbol box.
: '''-Invert:''' Change current selection such that everything previously unselected will now be and vice versa.
: '''-All:''' Select all symbols in symbol box.
: '''-By Color:''' Select all Symbols with same color .
: '''Normal:''' Make objects with the selected symbol(s) appear normal.
: '''Protect:''' Make objects with the selected symbol(s) protected from editing.
: '''Hide:''' Objects with the selected symbol(s) do not appear.
: '''Show [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:''' Normal / Hide.
: '''Show Graphic Objects:''' Normal / Hide.
: '''Image Objects:''' Normal / Protect / Hide
: '''-Normal:''' Selected Symbols are not protected and not hidden.
: '''-Protect:''' Selected symbol(s) are visible but cannot be edited.
: '''-Hide:''' Selected symbol(s) are not visible .
: '''Show Symbol Favorites:''' Display the symbol favorites in symbol box.
: '''Add To Favorites:''' Add the selected symbol(s) to symbol favorites.
: '''Remove From Favorites:''' Remove the selected symbol(s) from symbol favorites.
: '''Show Symbol Tree:''' Display the symbol tree in symbol box.
: '''Remove From Symbol Tree:''' Remove the selected symbol(s) from symbol tree.
: '''[[Symbol Information]]:''' Show information of the selected symbol.

===Map Menu===
: '''Optimize/Repair:''' Remove empty space in the map file and repair damaged objects.
: '''Set Scale and Coordinate System:''' Set map scale and define the coordinate system.
: '''Change Scale:''' Change the scale of the map and enlarge/reduce the map according to the new scale.
: '''Create Map Grid:''' Create grid lines on the map.
: '''Create WGS84 Grid:''' Create a WGS84 grid on your current view.
: '''Hide:''' Hide the map on the screen.
: '''[[Map Transform|Transform]]:''' Adjust the map to the background map.
: '''-Move:''' Move the entire map to a different location in the coordinate system.
: '''-Stretch / Shrink:''' Stretch (enlarge or reduce) the entire map horizontally or vertically.
: '''-Mirror:''' Mirror the entire map horizontally or vertically.
: '''-Rotate Map:''' Rotate the entire map.
: '''-Change Coordinate System:''' Change current coordinate system to another.
: '''-Affine:''' Adjust the whole map on background map or on grid.
: '''-Rubbersheeting:''' Adjust a part of the map on a georeferenced background map.
: '''-Center map to Drawing Area'''
: '''Convert Imported Layers to Symbols:''' Convert the layers of an imported *.dxf or *.ai file.
: '''Convert Area or Line Objects to Point Objects:''' Convert area to point object(s).
: '''Convert Text Objects to Point Objects:''' Convert text to point object(s).
: '''Export Objects by Selected Symbol:''' Export all objects with a selected symbol to a new map file.
: '''Export Selected Objects'''
: '''Export Part of Map'''
: '''Colors:''' Define or edit the colors of the current map.
: '''Define Spot Colors:''' Define the spot colors of the current map.
: '''Load Colors From:''' Load a color table from another map.
: '''Load Colors and Symbols From:''' Load the symbol set from another map.
: '''Compare Colors and Symbols:''' Compare two symbol sets.
: '''Convert Text Objects from OEM to Unicode:''' Convert text objects from OEM to Unicode.
: '''Map Information:''' Show map information.

===Layout Menu===
: '''[[Layout#Edit_Layout_Objects|Edit Layout Objects]]:''' Draw and edit the layout objects.
: '''Import Layout'''
: '''Save Layout'''
: '''Add Layout Image'''
: '''Move Layout Image'''
: '''Hide'''
: '''Add Map Legend:''' Add a map legend with all your created symbols.
: '''Create Graticule Name Index'''
: '''Create Name Index'''

===Database Menu===
: '''Manage Database Connections:''' Create and edit datasets.
: '''Create and Update Records:''' Create OCAD objects out of the database.
: '''Update Special Fields'''
: '''Create Objects from Table:''' Create OCAD objects from database records.
: '''Assign Symbols by Records'''
: '''Add Texts by Records'''
: '''Define Object Direction by Records:''' Assign angle information from the open dataset(s) to the objects.
: '''Merge Objects by Records'''
: '''Select Linked Objects with Corresponding Record'''
: '''Select Linked Objects without Corresponding Record'''
: '''Select Objects Linket to the same Record'''
: '''Delete Database Record when Deleting Object:''' If the option is turned on and an OCAD object with a linked database record is deleted, the database record is deleted, too.
: '''Create Database Record when Cutting Object'''

===Background Map Menu===
: '''Scan:''' Scan a background map using a TWAIN interface.
: '''-Acquire:''' Acquire a background map
: '''-Select Source:''' Select source from which the background map acquire
: '''[[Background_Map#Open_a_Background_Map|Open]]:''' Open a scanned background map stored in a file.
: '''[[Background_Map#Adjust_a_Background_Map|Adjust]]:''' Adjust the background maps in horizontal and vertical directions.
: '''[[Background_Map#Hide_all_Background_Maps|Hide All]]:''' Hide the background maps temporarily.
: '''[[Background_Map#Manage_Background_Maps|Manage]]:''' Set options for displaying and printing the background maps.
: '''[[WMS|WMS - Web Map Service]]:''' Add background map from WMS

===DEM Menu===
: '''Import:''' Import an ASCII Grid or XYZ file to OCAD.
: '''Open:''' Open an OCAD DEM file (*ocdDem).
: '''Show Frame:''' Shows blue rectangle with the extent of loaded DEM.
: '''Resize:''' Resize OCAD DEM file (make a subset) and save it as a new OCAD DEM file.
: '''Info:''' Shows information about OCAD DEM file.
: '''Close:''' Close OCAD DEM file.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Merge_DEM Merge DEM]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference Calculate DEM Difference]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Contour_Lines Create Contour Lines]]:''' Calculates contour lines based on the loaded DEM.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Hypsometric_Map Create Hypsometric Map]]:''' Calculates a grayscale or colored hypsometric map
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Hill_Shading Create Hill Shading]]:''' Calculates a shaded relief picture.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient Calculate Slope Gradient]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height Classify Vegetation Height]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Profile Create Profile]]:''' Creates a profile for the selected line object.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Export Export]]:''' Save loaded OCAD DEM file as ESRI ASCII Grid or as ASCII Grid XYZ.

===GPS Menu===
''(This function is only available in OCAD Professional!)''
: '''Real Time GPS'''
: '''Adjust GPS'''
: '''Import Data from GPS Device'''
: '''Import from File'''
: '''[[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to Laser Distance Meter]]'''

===Options Menu===
: '''OCAD Preferences:''' Options for your individual working methods.
: '''Shortcuts:''' Define or change keyboard shortcuts for menu commands.
: '''[[Backup and Restore Options]]'''
: '''Language:''' Choose a language.

===Windows Menu===
: '''Tile:''' Arrange all open maps horizontally or vertically on the screen.
: '''Cascade:''' Arrange all open maps in a way that the title of each map is visible.

===Help Menu===
: '''Contents:''' The contents of this help file.
: '''Help:''' Help for menu commands.
: '''Toolbar:''' Help for toolbar buttons.
: '''OCAD Home page:''' Connect to the OCAD homepage on the Internet.
: '''OCAD Update:''' Connect to the OCAD download site on the Internet.
: '''Getting Started with OCAD10'''
: '''OCAD How Tos:''' Connect to Learning Videos on OCAD homepage.
: '''About OCAD:''' General Information about OCAD.

==Using the Keyboard with the Mouse==
This section provides an overview of options for using the keyboard and the mouse together.

===Drawing===
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]]: When starting a curve, straight line or freehand line: extend an existing object.
*'''Ctrl:''' Trace an existing object.
*'''Alt:''' Drawing a straight line: the line is made exactly horizontal or vertical.

===Drawing a circle===
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]]: Drag the radius from the center point.

===Edit===
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]]: Add or remove an object to/from the selected objects.
*'''Ctrl:''' Remove a vertex.
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] '''+ Ctrl:''' Insert a normal vertex.
*'''Alt:''' Select an object behind an object that has already been selected.
*'''Alt +''' [[File:Cut.JPG|cut]]: hange to Edit mode to select next line object in between cutting lines.
*'''Ctrl +''' [[File:Cut.JPG|cut]]: Cut a virtual gap into the selected line object.
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] + [[File:Cut.JPG|cut]]: Cut a broken line: a gap is inserted at the vertex where the cut was made.
*'''Arrow keys:''' Moves the selected object.

===View===
*'''Space bar + Left Mouse Button:''' Move the View (pan).
*'''Ctrl + Mouse Wheel:''' Zoom in and zoom outIncrease/reduce the size of the map section.
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] '''+ Mouse Wheel:''' Move the map section horizontally (scroll).

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Graphical User Interface

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[[File:GUI.JPG|1000x1000px]]

==Toolbars==

The Toolbars can be moved within the graphical user interface. The buttons can be individually shown or hidden via the '''Options''' menu under '''OCAD Preferences''', '''GUI (Graphical user Interface)''', '''Toolbars'''.

[[File:Toolbars.JPG|toolbars]]

===Standard Toolbar===
[[File:StandardToolbar.JPG|Standard buttons]]
: [[File:Icon_New.PNG|new]] '''New:''' Create a new map.
: [[File:Icon_Open.PNG|open]] '''Open:''' Open an existing map.
: [[File:Icon_Save.PNG|save]] '''Save:''' Save changes made to the map.
: [[File:Icon_Print.PNG|print]] '''Print:''' Print out the map.
: [[File:Icon_Undo.PNG|undo]] '''Undo:''' Undo previous actions.
: [[File:Icon_Redo.PNG|redo]] '''Redo:''' Cancel the previous undo action.

===Edit functions Toolbar===
[[File:EditFunctionsToolbar.JPG|edit functions toolbar]]
: [[File:Icon_FindSelectedObjects.PNG|find selected objects]] '''Find Selected Objects:''' Move screen to the selected object.
: [[File:Icon_Delete.PNG|delete]] '''Delete:''' Delete the selected object(s).
: [[File:Icon_DuplicateObject.PNG|duplicate object]] '''Duplicate Object:''' Create a copy of the selected objects.
: [[File:Icon_FillOrMakeBorder.PNG|fill or make border]] '''Fill or Make Border:''' Fill a line or area object(s) with area object(s) or make line border of area object(s).
: [[File:Icon_Merge.PNG|merge]] '''Merge:''' Merge multiple line, area and text objects into one object.
: [[File:Icon_ReverseObject.PNG|reverse object]] '''Reverse Object:''' Reverse the direction of the selected line object(s)
: [[File:Icon_ChangeToBezierCurve.PNG|change to Bézier curve]] '''Change To Bézier Curve''': Convert the selected line or area object(s) drawn in freehand mode to curves.
: [[File:Icon_ConvertToGraphicObject.PNG|convert to graphic object]] '''Convert To Graphic Object:''' Convert the selected object(s) to their graphic elements (lines and areas).
: [[File:Icon_Smooth.PNG|smooth]] '''Smooth'''
: [[File:Icon_Snapping.PNG|snapping]] '''Snapping'''
: [[File:Icon_Join.PNG|join]] ''' Join:''' Move the ends of the selected line object to connect to adjoining objects.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolOfObject.PNG|change symbol of object]] '''Change Symbol of Object:''' The selected object is assigned to the symbol selected in the symbol box.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolForAllObjectsWithThisSymbol.PNG|change symbol for all objects with this symbol]] '''Change Symbol For All Objects With This Symbol:''' Change the symbol of all objects with a symbol A to symbol B.
: [[File:Icon_Measure.PNG|measure]] '''Measure:''' Measure the selected line or area object or the distance between 2 selected vertices objects.
: [[File:Icon_AutomaticJoining.PNG|automatic joining]] '''Automatic joining:''' Automatically join the ends of lines during the drawing process.
: [[File:SmoothingLvl.JPG|smoothing level]] '''Smoothing level''': This option is used to select the required smoothing level for lines, for converting freehand lines into Bézier curves and for automatically smoothing lines drawn in freehand mode.

===View Toolbar===
[[File:ViewToolbar.JPG|view toolbar]]
Various functions are available for increasing or reducing the size of map sections as well as repositioning them.
: [[File:Icon_Pan.PNG|pan]] '''Pan:''' Reposition the map section
: [[File:Icon_PanLocked.PNG|pan locked]] '''Pan locked:''' Reposition the map section a number of times in succession.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomIn.PNG|zoom in]] '''Zoom In:''' Increase the size of the map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomInLocked.PNG|zoom in locked]] '''Zoom in locked:''' Increase the size of the map section a number of times in succession.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomOut.PNG|zoom out]] '''Zoom Out:''' Reduce the size of the map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomOutToPreviousView.PNG|zoom out to previous view]] '''Zoom out to previous view:''' Return to last smaller map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomToPreviousView.PNG|zoom to previous view]] '''Zoom to previous view:''' Return to last map section.
: [[File:Icon_ZoomToNextView.PNG|zoom to next view]] '''Zoom to next view:''' Go to previous map section.
: [[File:Icon_ShowEntireMap.PNG|show entire map]] '''Show Entire Map:''' Display the entire map in the drawing window.
: [[File:DraftMode.JPG|draft mode slider]] '''Draft mode slider:''' The upper slider (M for map) is used to fade out the map objects; the lower slider (B for background) to fade out the map background.The Draft mode slider is only visible if Draft Mode is active in the View menu.
: [[File:Icon_ShowGrid.PNG|show grid]] '''Show grid:''' Display the coordinate grid in the drawing window.

===Edit and drawing toolbar===
[[File:EditAndDrawingToolbar.JPG|edit and drawing toolbar]]

====Edit modes====
: [[File:EditToolbar.JPG|EditToolbar.JPG]]
: [[File:Icon_SelectAndEditObject.PNG|select and edit object]] '''Select and Edit Object:''' Select and move objects.
: [[File:Icon_SelectObjectAndEditVertex.PNG|select object and edit vertex]] '''Select Object and Edit Vertex:''' Select objects or move points of objects.
: [[File:Icon_NormalVertex.PNG|normal vertex]] '''Normal Vertex:''' Add a Normal vertex
: [[File:Icon_CornerVertex.PNG|corner vertex]] '''Corner Vertex:''' Add a Corner vertex
: [[File:Icon_DashVertex.PNG|dash vertex]] '''Dash Vertex:''' Add a Dash vertex.
: [[File:Icon_RemoveVertex.PNG|remove vertex]] '''Remove Vertex'''
: [[File:Icon_IndicateDirectionOfAreaPatternPointOrTextObject.PNG|indicate direction of area pattern point or text object]] ''' Indicate Direction of Area Pattern, Point or Text Object'''
: [[File:Icon_RotateObject.PNG|rotate object]] '''Rotate Object:''' Rotate the selected object(s).
: [[File:Icon_CutHole.PNG|cut hole]] '''Cut hole:''' Cut hole in area.
: [[File:Icon_CutArea.PNG|cut area]] '''Cut area:''' Cut area object.
: [[File:Icon_Cut.PNG|cut]] '''Cut:''' Cut line object.
: [[File:Icon_MoveParallel.PNG|move parallel]] '''Move parallel:''' Move the selected line or area object parallel to the original object.
: [[File:Icon_Reshape.PNG|reshape]] '''Reshape:''' To shape (something) again or differently

====Drawing modes====
: [[File:Icon_CurveMode.PNG|curve mode]] '''Curve mode:''' Draw in curve mode.
: [[File:Icon_EllipseMode.PNG|ellipse mode]] '''Ellipse mode:''' Draw elliptical (oval) objects.
: [[File:Icon_CircleMode.PNG|circle mode]] '''Circle mode:''' Draw circular objects.
: [[File:Icon_RectangularLineMode.PNG|rectangular line mode]] '''Rectangular line mode:''' Draw rectangular line objects with any number of corners.
: [[File:Icon_RectangularMode.PNG|rectangular mode]] '''Rectangular mode:''' Draw rectangular area objects with any number of corners.
: [[File:Icon_StraightLineMode.PNG|straight line mode]] '''Straight line mode:''' Draw objects with straight lines.
: [[File:Icon_FreehandMode.PNG|freehand mode]] '''Freehand mode:''' Draw objects in freehand mode.
: [[File:Icon_DrawingMultiplePointObjects.PNG|drawing multiple point objects]] '''Drawing multiple point objects:''' Draw several point objects that are placed on a line with a constant interval.
: [[File:Icon_NumericMode.PNG|numeric mode]] '''Numeric Mode:''' Draw objects in numeric mode.
: [[File:Icon_LaserDistance.PNG]] '''Laser distance drawing mode'''

: [[File:NumericToolbar.JPG|numeric toolbar]] '''Numeric Toolbar'''

===Server Toolbar===

ADD

===Customize Toolbar dialog box===
Choose this command to customize toolbars.
The dialog box is opened by clicking '''Customize''' button in on '''GUI (Graphical User Interface)''' page in '''OCAD Preferences''' dialog box or by clicking on the right end of a toolbar.
When the box above the button is checked the button will be visible otherwise it will be hidden.

ADD PICTURE TOOLBAR

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The Numeric keypad toolbar cannot be customized.

==Menu==
The OCAD Professional Edition features the following 15 menus:

[[File:Menu.JPG|menu]]

*'''File''': File management, file import and export functions, printing
*'''Server/Client''': Functions for Server/Client
*'''View''': Functions for viewing the map
*'''Select''': Functions for selecting an object or a vertex
*'''Object''': Object editing functions
*'''Symbol''': Functions for creating and editing symbols
*'''Map''': Map editing functions
*'''Layout''': Function for layout managing
*'''Database''': Functions for connecting and editing databases
*'''Background Map''': Functions for loading and managing background maps
*'''DEM''': Functions for the import, export and evaluation of Digital Elevation Models
*'''GPS''': Functions for connecting GPS devices or importing GPS data
*'''Options''': Functions for customizing personal preferences
*'''Window''': Functions for arranging the map window
*''' Help ''': OCAD Help

===File Menu===
: '''New:''' Create a new map.
: '''Open:''' Open an existing map file.
: '''Open Sample Map:''' Open a sample map file.
: '''Close:''' Close the current map file.
: '''Save:''' Save changes in the current map file.
: '''Save As:''' Save the current map file under a new name.
: '''Undo:''' Undo the last draw or edit operation.
: '''Redo:''' Reverse the effect of the Undo operation.
: '''Print:''' Print a color map or color separations.
: '''Import:''' Import a map file.
: '''Multiple File Import:''' Import multiple files at once.
: '''Export:''' Export the map in a different file format.
: '''Export OCAD Internet Map:''' Export the map to OCAD Internet Map.
: '''Export Encrypted File:''' Export the map to encrypted OCAD file format.
: '''Map Sharing:''' Sharing your map on a FTP server .
: '''-Upload to FTP Server:''' Upload your map to FTP Server .
: '''-Download from FTP Server:''' Download a map from FTP Server.
: '''-Synchronize:''' Synchronize data .
: '''[[Send File by Email]]:''' Send current map file by email.
: '''Execute XML Script:''' Execute function defined in a XML script file.
: '''Create Backup:''' Make a backup copy of the current map file.
: '''Restore Backup:''' Restore a map file saved with the Backup function.
: '''Open Recently Exported Documents:''' Open one of the documents you have exported recently.
: '''Open Recently used OCAD Files:''' Open one of the map files you have worked on recently.
: '''Exit OCAD:''' Terminate OCAD.

===Server/Client Menu===
: '''Connect/Disconnect:''' Connect or disconnect the connection to the server
: '''Get Objects from Current View'''
: '''Import Map:''' Import a Map from the connected server
: '''Delete Object in Database'''
: '''Check Out Selected Objects:''' Check out selected objects for editing.
: '''Check in Selected objects:''' Check out selected objects after finished edited objects .
: '''Show Checked Out Objects:''' Show current checked out objects.
: '''Database Undo:''' Undo your last move in the database.
: '''Database Redo:''' Redo your last move in the database .
: '''Generate Map Preview:''' Generate preview from current map.
: '''Do Database Maintenance:''' Upkeep Database
: '''Manage Server Bookmarks'''
: '''Show Project Information'''

===View Menu===
: '''Normal Mode:''' Normal mode view.
: '''Spot Color Mode:''' Spot color view.
: '''Draft Mode:''' Draft mode view. The background map can be seen behind the map.
: '''Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites):''' Map display transparent, background maps visible
: '''Define View Mode Loop:''' Define various view mode loops.
: '''Next View Mode in Loop:''' Switch to next defined view mode loop.
: '''[[Keyline]]:''' Shows a rough sketch, where objects has been placed .
: '''Hatch Areas:''' Display full areas as hatched areas on the screen.
: '''Anti-Aliasing:''' Anti-Aliasing view.
: '''Redraw:''' Redraw the drawing window.
: '''Pan:''' Move the view.
: '''Move To:''' Move the view to a desired position.
: '''Find Selected Objects:''' Find desired objects
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom In]]:''' Display the map with a higher magnification.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom Out]]:''' Display a larger area of the map.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]:''' Move screen zoom to selected objects.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Show Entire Map]]:''' Display the entire map on the screen.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Zoom]]:''' Select the magnification in which the map is displayed.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|User Defined]]:''' Choose this command to set view to a specified zoom factor.
: '''[[Zoom Navigation|Bookmarks]]:''' Create and manage bookmarks of view.
: '''-Create:''' Create a new bookmark
: '''-Manage:''' Manage available bookmarks
: '''Show Map Grids:''' A grid is shown in the drawing window.
: '''Show WGS84 Grid:''' A WGS84 grid is shown in the drawing window .
: '''[[Show Rulers]]:''' Shows up and down a ruler .
: '''[[Ruler Guides]]:''' Show and manage ruler guides
: '''-Show:''' Show vertically or horizontally ruler guide
: '''-Manage:''' Add new ruler guide.

===[[Select]] Menu===
: '''Select and Edit Object:''' Select, move or stretch object(s).
: '''Select Object and Edit Vertex:''' Select or move vertex of object(s).
: '''Select Objects by Symbol:''' Select all objects with same symbol .
: '''Select Objects by Property:''' Select all objects with same properties.
: '''Select All:''' Select all objects in map.
: '''Clear Selection:''' Nothing is selected.
: '''Invert Selection:''' Change current selection such that everything previously unselected will now be selected and vice versa
: '''Select Next Object:''' Selects the next obvious object.
: '''Save Selection:''' Save current selection for later use.
: '''Reload Selection:''' Reload saved selection.
: '''Edit Selection:''' Manage saved selection.
: '''Select Group:''' Select a group of objects.

===Object menu===
: '''Cut:''' Copy the selected object(s) to the clipboard and delete them in the current map.
: '''Copy:''' Copy the selected object(s) to the clipboard.
: '''Paste:''' Insert the object(s) in the clipboard into the current map.
: '''Delete:''' Delete the selected object(s).
: '''Rotate Object:''' Rotate object(s).
: '''-Rotate:''' Rotate the selected object(s).
: '''-Rotate Object by Angle:''' Rotate the selected point object(s) by specifying a rotation angle.
: '''Align Objects:''' Align the selected objects horizontally or vertically.
: '''-Horizontal Coordinate'''
: '''-Vertical Coordinate'''
: '''Indicate Direction of Area Pattern, Point or Text Object:''' Change direction of selected point object, area pattern or text.
: '''Cut object:''' Cut hole, area or line.
: '''-Cut hole:''' Cut a hole in an object.
: '''-Cut area:''' Divides an area.
: '''-Cut line:''' Divides a line.
: '''[[Crop Objects]]:''' Crop selected Object(s).
: '''Move Parallel:''' Move the selected line or area object parallel to the original object.
: '''[[Move Parallel with Distance]]:''' Move the selected line or area object parallel with a distance to the original object.
: '''[[Reshape]]:''' To shape (something) again or differently :
: '''[[Interpolate Objects]]:''' Interpolate selected Objects to each other.
: '''Duplicate Object:''' Duplicate (create a copy of) the selected object(s).
: '''[[Move and Duplicate]]:''' Duplicate selected object and move it.
: '''Fill, Make Border, Duplicate Identically:''' Fill a line or area object(s) with area object(s) or make line border of area object(s).
: '''Merge:''' Merge multiple line, area and text objects into one object.
: '''Reverse Object Direction:''' Reverse the direction of the selected line object(s).
: '''Change to Polyline:''' Change selected object to polyline.
: '''Change to Bézier Curve:''' Change selected object to a Bézier curve.
: '''Convert to Graphic Object:''' Convert the selected object(s) to their graphic elements (lines and areas).
: '''[[Convert to Layout Object]]:''' Convert selected object to layout object.
: '''[[Create Color Gradient]]'''
: '''Generalization'''
: '''-[[Generalize Buildings]]'''
: '''-Smooth:''' Smooth selected line or area object(s) drawn in freehand mode.
: '''[[Topology]]'''
: '''-Join:''' Move the ends of the selected line object to connect to adjoining objects.
: '''-Select Duplicate Objects:''' Duplicate the selected object(s).
: '''-Select Self-Intersected Objects'''
: '''-Merge with Condition:''' Merge with conditions the selected objects into one object.
: '''-Create Point Objects at Line Ends'''
: '''-Close Area Objects'''
: '''-Remove Overshoots and Undershoots'''
: '''-Insert Intersections'''
: '''Change Symbol (Selected objects)'''
: '''Change Symbol (All Objects with Corresponding Symbol)'''
: '''Add Vertex:''' Insert a normal, corner or dash vertex.
: '''Remove Vertex:''' Delete a vertex from a selected object.
: '''Change Vertex Types to:''' Change vertex types for the selected object(s).
: '''[[Group and Ungroup|Group]]'''
: '''[[Group and Ungroup|Ungroup]]'''
: '''Find and Replace Text'''
: '''[[Insert Glyphs]]''': Insert special letters.
: '''Measure:''' Measure the selected line or area object or the distance between 2 selected point objects
: '''Object Information:''' Show information about selected object(s).

===Symbol Menu===
: '''New:''' Create a new symbol.
: '''Edit:''' Define or redefine the selected symbol.
: '''Icon:''' Draw or edit the symbol's icon, which appears in the symbol box.
: '''Enlarge/Reduce:''' Enlarge or reduce the selected symbol or all symbols.
: '''Copy:''' Copy the selected symbol to the clipboard.
: '''Paste:''' Copy a symbol from the clipboard to the current map.
: '''Delete:''' Delete the selected symbol.
: '''Duplicate:''' Make a copy of the selected symbol.
: '''Sort Symbol Box:''' Sort the symbols in the symbol box.
: '''-By Number:''' Sort symbol in symbol box by number.
: '''-By Color:''' Sort symbol in symbol box by color.
: '''-By Status (Normal, Protect or Hide):''' Sort symbol in symbol box by status.
: '''Select:''' Select certain symbols in the symbol box.
: '''-Used:''' Select used symbols in symbol box.
: '''-Unused:''' Select unused symbols in symbol box.
: '''-Invert:''' Change current selection such that everything previously unselected will now be and vice versa.
: '''-All:''' Select all symbols in symbol box.
: '''-By Color:''' Select all Symbols with same color .
: '''Normal:''' Make objects with the selected symbol(s) appear normal.
: '''Protect:''' Make objects with the selected symbol(s) protected from editing.
: '''Hide:''' Objects with the selected symbol(s) do not appear.
: '''Show [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:''' Normal / Hide.
: '''Show Graphic Objects:''' Normal / Hide.
: '''Image Objects:''' Normal / Protect / Hide
: '''-Normal:''' Selected Symbols are not protected and not hidden.
: '''-Protect:''' Selected symbol(s) are visible but cannot be edited.
: '''-Hide:''' Selected symbol(s) are not visible .
: '''Show Symbol Favorites:''' Display the symbol favorites in symbol box.
: '''Add To Favorites:''' Add the selected symbol(s) to symbol favorites.
: '''Remove From Favorites:''' Remove the selected symbol(s) from symbol favorites.
: '''Show Symbol Tree:''' Display the symbol tree in symbol box.
: '''Remove From Symbol Tree:''' Remove the selected symbol(s) from symbol tree.
: '''[[Symbol Information]]:''' Show information of the selected symbol.

===Map Menu===
: '''Optimize/Repair:''' Remove empty space in the map file and repair damaged objects.
: '''Set Scale and Coordinate System:''' Set map scale and define the coordinate system.
: '''Change Scale:''' Change the scale of the map and enlarge/reduce the map according to the new scale.
: '''Create Map Grid:''' Create grid lines on the map.
: '''Create WGS84 Grid:''' Create a WGS84 grid on your current view.
: '''Hide:''' Hide the map on the screen.
: '''[[Map Transform|Transform]]:''' Adjust the map to the background map.
: '''-Move:''' Move the entire map to a different location in the coordinate system.
: '''-Stretch / Shrink:''' Stretch (enlarge or reduce) the entire map horizontally or vertically.
: '''-Mirror:''' Mirror the entire map horizontally or vertically.
: '''-Rotate Map:''' Rotate the entire map.
: '''-Change Coordinate System:''' Change current coordinate system to another.
: '''-Affine:''' Adjust the whole map on background map or on grid.
: '''-Rubbersheeting:''' Adjust a part of the map on a georeferenced background map.
: '''-Center map to Drawing Area'''
: '''Convert Imported Layers to Symbols:''' Convert the layers of an imported *.dxf or *.ai file.
: '''Convert Area or Line Objects to Point Objects:''' Convert area to point object(s).
: '''Convert Text Objects to Point Objects:''' Convert text to point object(s).
: '''Export Objects by Selected Symbol:''' Export all objects with a selected symbol to a new map file.
: '''Export Selected Objects'''
: '''Export Part of Map'''
: '''Colors:''' Define or edit the colors of the current map.
: '''Define Spot Colors:''' Define the spot colors of the current map.
: '''Load Colors From:''' Load a color table from another map.
: '''Load Colors and Symbols From:''' Load the symbol set from another map.
: '''Compare Colors and Symbols:''' Compare two symbol sets.
: '''Convert Text Objects from OEM to Unicode:''' Convert text objects from OEM to Unicode.
: '''Map Information:''' Show map information.

===Layout Menu===
: '''Edit Layout Objects'''
: '''Import Layout'''
: '''Save Layout'''
: '''Add Layout Image'''
: '''Move Layout Image'''
: '''Hide'''
: '''Add Map Legend:''' Add a map legend with all your created symbols.
: '''Create Graticule Name Index'''
: '''Create Name Index'''

===Database Menu===
: '''Manage Database Connections:''' Create and edit datasets.
: '''Create and Update Records:''' Create OCAD objects out of the database.
: '''Update Special Fields'''
: '''Create Objects from Table:''' Create OCAD objects from database records.
: '''Assign Symbols by Records'''
: '''Add Texts by Records'''
: '''Define Object Direction by Records:''' Assign angle information from the open dataset(s) to the objects.
: '''Merge Objects by Records'''
: '''Select Linked Objects with Corresponding Record'''
: '''Select Linked Objects without Corresponding Record'''
: '''Select Objects Linket to the same Record'''
: '''Delete Database Record when Deleting Object:''' If the option is turned on and an OCAD object with a linked database record is deleted, the database record is deleted, too.
: '''Create Database Record when Cutting Object'''

===Background Map Menu===
: '''Scan:''' Scan a background map using a TWAIN interface.
: '''-Acquire:''' Acquire a background map
: '''-Select Source:''' Select source from which the background map acquire
: '''[[Background_Map#Open_a_Background_Map|Open]]:''' Open a scanned background map stored in a file.
: '''[[Background_Map#Adjust_a_Background_Map|Adjust]]:''' Adjust the background maps in horizontal and vertical directions.
: '''[[Background_Map#Hide_all_Background_Maps|Hide All]]:''' Hide the background maps temporarily.
: '''[[Background_Map#Manage_Background_Maps|Manage]]:''' Set options for displaying and printing the background maps.
: '''[[WMS|WMS - Web Map Service]]:''' Add background map from WMS

===DEM Menu===
: '''Import:''' Import an ASCII Grid or XYZ file to OCAD.
: '''Open:''' Open an OCAD DEM file (*ocdDem).
: '''Show Frame:''' Shows blue rectangle with the extent of loaded DEM.
: '''Resize:''' Resize OCAD DEM file (make a subset) and save it as a new OCAD DEM file.
: '''Info:''' Shows information about OCAD DEM file.
: '''Close:''' Close OCAD DEM file.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Merge_DEM Merge DEM]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference Calculate DEM Difference]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Contour_Lines Create Contour Lines]]:''' Calculates contour lines based on the loaded DEM.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Hypsometric_Map Create Hypsometric Map]]:''' Calculates a grayscale or colored hypsometric map
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Hill_Shading Create Hill Shading]]:''' Calculates a shaded relief picture.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient Calculate Slope Gradient]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height Classify Vegetation Height]]'''
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Profile Create Profile]]:''' Creates a profile for the selected line object.
: '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Export Export]]:''' Save loaded OCAD DEM file as ESRI ASCII Grid or as ASCII Grid XYZ.

===GPS Menu===
''(This function is only available in OCAD Professional!)''
: '''Real Time GPS'''
: '''Adjust GPS'''
: '''Import Data from GPS Device'''
: '''Import from File'''
: '''[[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to Laser Distance Meter]]'''

===Options Menu===
: '''OCAD Preferences:''' Options for your individual working methods.
: '''Shortcuts:''' Define or change keyboard shortcuts for menu commands.
: '''[[Backup and Restore Options]]'''
: '''Language:''' Choose a language.

===Windows Menu===
: '''Tile:''' Arrange all open maps horizontally or vertically on the screen.
: '''Cascade:''' Arrange all open maps in a way that the title of each map is visible.

===Help Menu===
: '''Contents:''' The contents of this help file.
: '''Help:''' Help for menu commands.
: '''Toolbar:''' Help for toolbar buttons.
: '''OCAD Home page:''' Connect to the OCAD homepage on the Internet.
: '''OCAD Update:''' Connect to the OCAD download site on the Internet.
: '''Getting Started with OCAD10'''
: '''OCAD How Tos:''' Connect to Learning Videos on OCAD homepage.
: '''About OCAD:''' General Information about OCAD.

==Using the Keyboard with the Mouse==
This section provides an overview of options for using the keyboard and the mouse together.

===Drawing===
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]]: When starting a curve, straight line or freehand line: extend an existing object.
*'''Ctrl:''' Trace an existing object.
*'''Alt:''' Drawing a straight line: the line is made exactly horizontal or vertical.

===Drawing a circle===
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]]: Drag the radius from the center point.

===Edit===
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]]: Add or remove an object to/from the selected objects.
*'''Ctrl:''' Remove a vertex.
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] '''+ Ctrl:''' Insert a normal vertex.
*'''Alt:''' Select an object behind an object that has already been selected.
*'''Alt +''' [[File:Cut.JPG|cut]]: hange to Edit mode to select next line object in between cutting lines.
*'''Ctrl +''' [[File:Cut.JPG|cut]]: Cut a virtual gap into the selected line object.
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] + [[File:Cut.JPG|cut]]: Cut a broken line: a gap is inserted at the vertex where the cut was made.
*'''Arrow keys:''' Moves the selected object.

===View===
*'''Space bar + Left Mouse Button:''' Move the View (pan).
*'''Ctrl + Mouse Wheel:''' Zoom in and zoom outIncrease/reduce the size of the map section.
*'''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] '''+ Mouse Wheel:''' Move the map section horizontally (scroll).

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Layout

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Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

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In this example data taken from swisstopo - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the Sample data '''[[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.parsys.00012.downloadList.91433.DownloadFile.tmp/swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp.zip swissTLM3D LV03 - ESRI Shapefile]]'''.
Download the [[http://www.ocad.com/download/samples/Symbolset_TLM_OCAD11.zip OCAD symbolset and cnt file]].

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

==Import Shape files==

Import the shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

==Assign symbols==

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' from '''Database''' menu to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:20em" | Dataset
! style="width:20em" | Text field
! style="width:20em" | Objektart
! style="width:20em" | Symbol
|-
| TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH || Name || Flurname || 1310.000 Gebiet klein
|-
| TLM_ORTSCHAFT_CH || Name || Ortschaft || 1306.000 Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| TLM_NAME_PKT_CH || Name || Huegel || 1316.000 Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

[[File:GIS_Example.PNG]]

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-09T15:06:53Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from swisstopo - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the Sample data '''[[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.parsys.00012.downloadList.91433.DownloadFile.tmp/swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp.zip swissTLM3D LV03 - ESRI Shapefile]]'''.
Download the [[www.ocad.com/download/samples/Symbolset_TLM_OCAD11.zip OCAD symbolset and cnt file]].

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

==Import Shape files==

Import the shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

==Assign symbols==

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' from '''Database''' menu to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:20em" | Dataset
! style="width:20em" | Text field
! style="width:20em" | Objektart
! style="width:20em" | Symbol
|-
| TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH || Name || Flurname || 1310.000 Gebiet klein
|-
| TLM_ORTSCHAFT_CH || Name || Ortschaft || 1306.000 Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| TLM_NAME_PKT_CH || Name || Huegel || 1316.000 Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

[[File:GIS_Example.PNG]]

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-09T15:04:57Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from swisstopo - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the Sample data '''[[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.parsys.00012.downloadList.91433.DownloadFile.tmp/swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp.zip swissTLM3D LV03 - ESRI Shapefile]]'''.

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

==Import Shape files==

Import the shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

==Assign symbols==

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' from '''Database''' menu to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:20em" | Dataset
! style="width:20em" | Text field
! style="width:20em" | Objektart
! style="width:20em" | Symbol
|-
| TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH || Name || Flurname || 1310.000 Gebiet klein
|-
| TLM_ORTSCHAFT_CH || Name || Ortschaft || 1306.000 Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| TLM_NAME_PKT_CH || Name || Huegel || 1316.000 Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

[[File:GIS_Example.PNG]]

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-09T15:04:21Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the Sample data '''[[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.parsys.00012.downloadList.91433.DownloadFile.tmp/swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp.zip swissTLM3D LV03 - ESRI Shapefile]]'''.

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

==Import Shape files==

Import the shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

==Assign symbols==

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' from '''Database''' menu to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:20em" | Dataset
! style="width:20em" | Text field
! style="width:20em" | Objektart
! style="width:20em" | Symbol
|-
| TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH || Name || Flurname || 1310.000 Gebiet klein
|-
| TLM_ORTSCHAFT_CH || Name || Ortschaft || 1306.000 Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| TLM_NAME_PKT_CH || Name || Huegel || 1316.000 Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

[[File:GIS_Example.PNG]]

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-09T15:03:34Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the '''[[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.parsys.00012.downloadList.91433.DownloadFile.tmp/swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp.zip Sample data swissTLM3D LV03]]''' - ESRI Shapefile.

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

==Import Shape files==

Import the shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

==Assign symbols==

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' from '''Database''' menu to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:20em" | Dataset
! style="width:20em" | Text field
! style="width:20em" | Objektart
! style="width:20em" | Symbol
|-
| TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH || Name || Flurname || 1310.000 Gebiet klein
|-
| TLM_ORTSCHAFT_CH || Name || Ortschaft || 1306.000 Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| TLM_NAME_PKT_CH || Name || Huegel || 1316.000 Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

[[File:GIS_Example.PNG]]

Visualization of Cadastral survey data for city maps

2011-11-09T15:00:53Z

80.238.236.166: /* DEM Import */

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbol Set Amtliche Vermessung.ocd''.

[[File:Kindhausen.PNG|1000x1000px]]

Import ''Kindhausen_dxf.dxf''

[[File:Kindhausen_ImportFile.PNG]]

Check '''Import INSERT as point object'''
:-> '''OK'''

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Click [[File:Icon ShowEntireMap.PNG]] '''Show Entire Map'''.

Imported objects are displayed as [[Unsymbolized Objects]].

[[File:Kindhausen05.PNG]]

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Select an object with the mouse, to see on which layer it is located. The [[http://www.cadastre.ch/internet/cadastre/en/home/topics/avs/structure.html layer information]] is based on "DXF-Geobau Layerdefinition" (Swiss standards SN 612'020).

==Convert imported layer==

Choose '''Convert Imported Layer to Symbols''' from '''Map''' menu and '''Load''' ''Basisplan_DXF_Layerstruktur.crt''.

[[File:Kindhausen_ConvertImportedLayerToSymbols.PNG]]

:-> '''Execute'''

[[File:Kindhausen01.PNG]]

==DEM Import==

Choose '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Import DEM Import]]''' from '''DEM''' menu and '''Add''' ''Kindhausen_asci.asc''.

[[File:Kindhausen_DEMImport.PNG]]

: -> '''Analayze''' and '''Save''' as an ocdDem file.

==Create Hill Shading==

Choose '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Hill_Shading Create Hill Shading]]''' from '''DEM''' menu. Choose '''Hill shading (slope shading combined with oblique light shading)''' and check '''Load the exported map as backgroundmap'''.

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateHillShading.PNG]]

[[File:Hint.jpg]] To see the results better, set '''Exaggeration''' to 8.

[[File:Kindhausen02.PNG]]

== Create Contour Lines==

Choose '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Contour_Lines Create Contour Lines]]''' from '''DEM''' menu. Select desired Contour interval and appropriate line symbols.
: -> '''OK'''

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateContourLines.PNG]]

[[File:Kindhausen03.PNG]]

Main Page

2011-11-09T14:56:03Z

80.238.236.166: /* OCAD Wiki */

=== OCAD 11 Wiki ===

[[File:index1.gif]]
[[File:index2.gif]]
[[File:index3.gif]]
[[File:index4.gif]]

# [[About this Manual]]
# [[Renewals]]
# [[Graphical User Interface]]
# [[Create a New Map]]
# [[Colors]]
# [[Create a New Symbol]]
# [[Background Map ]]
# [[Import files]]
# [[Drawing an Object]]
# [[Select an Object]]
# [[Edit Object]]
# [[Layout]]
# [[Export Files]]
# [[Printing Maps]]
# [[DEM]]
# [[GPS]]
# [[Database]]
# [[XML Script]]
# [[Course Settings for Orienteering]]
# [[Server Client]]
# [[OCAD Internet Map]]
# [[Workflows]]

Visualization of Cadastral survey data for city maps

2011-11-09T12:27:27Z

80.238.236.166: /* DEM Import */

Link: http://www.cadastre.ch/internet/cadastre/en/home/topics/avs/structure.html

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbol Set Amtliche Vermessung.ocd''.

[[File:Kindhausen04.PNG|1000x1000px]]

Import ''Kindhausen_dxf.dxf''

[[File:Kindhausen_ImportDXFFile.PNG]]

Check '''Import INSERT as point object'''
:-> '''OK'''

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Click [[File:Icon ShowEntireMap.PNG]] '''Show Entire Map'''.

[[File:Kindhausen05.PNG]]

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Select an object with the mouse, to see on which layer it is located. The layer information is based on "DXF-Geobau Layerdefinition" (Swiss standards SN 612'020).

==Convert imported layer==

Choose '''Convert Imported Layer to Symbols''' from '''Map''' menu and '''Load''' ''Basisplan_DXF_Layerstruktur.crt''.

[[File:Kindhausen_ConvertImportedLayerToSymbols.PNG]]

:-> '''Execute'''

[[File:Kindhausen01.PNG]]

==DEM Import==

choose '''DEM Import''' from '''DEM''' menu and '''Add''' ''Kindshausen_asci.asc''.

[[File:Kindhausen_DEMImport.PNG]]

: -> '''Analayze''' and '''Save''' as an ocdDem file.

==Create Hill Shading==

Choose '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Hill_Shading Create Hill Shading]]''' from '''DEM''' menu. Choose '''Hill shading (slope shading combined with oblique light shading)''' and check '''Load the exported map as backgroundmap'''.

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateHillShading.PNG]]

[[File:Hint.jpg]] To see the results better, set '''Exaggeration''' to 8.

[[File:Kindhausen02.PNG]]

== Create Contour Lines==

Choose '''[[http://ocad.com/en.wiki/index.php?title=DEM#Create_Contour_Lines Create Contour Lines]]''' from '''DEM''' menu. Select desired Contour interval and appropriate line symbols.
: -> '''OK'''

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateContourLines.PNG]]

[[File:Kindhausen03.PNG]]

Layout

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80.238.236.166: /* Edit Layout Objects */

Layout

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80.238.236.166: /* Edit Layout Objects */

Visualization of Cadastral survey data for city maps

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80.238.236.166:

Link: http://www.cadastre.ch/internet/cadastre/en/home/topics/avs/structure.html

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbol Set Amtliche Vermessung.ocd''.

[[File:Kindhausen04.PNG]]

Import ''Kindhausen_dxf.dxf''

[[File:Kindhausen_ImportDXFFile.PNG]]

Check '''Import INSERT as point object'''
:-> '''OK'''

[[File:Hint.JPG]] Click [[File:ShowEntireMap.PNG]] '''Show Entire Map'''.

[[File:Kindhausen05.PNG]]

[[File:Hint.JPG]] Select an object with the mouse, to see on which layer it is located. The layer information is based on "DXF-Geobau Layerdefinition" (Swiss standards SN 612'020).

==convert imported layer==

choose '''Convert Imported Layer to Symbols''' from '''Map''' menu and '''Load''' ''Basisplan_DXF_Layerstruktur.crt''.

[[File:Kindhausen_ConvertImportedLayerToSymbols.PNG]]

:-> '''Execute'''

[[File:Kindhausen01.PNG]]

==DEM Import==

choose '''DEM Import''' from '''DEM''' menu and '''Add''' ''Kindshausen_asci.asc''.

: -> '''Analayze''' and '''Save''' as an ocdDem file.

==[[Create Hill Shading]]==

Choose '''Create Hill Shading''' from '''DEM''' menu. Choose '''Hill shading (slope shading combined with oblique light shading)''' and check '''Load the exported map as backgroundmap'''.

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateHillShading.PNG]]

[[File:Hint.JPG]] To see the results better, set '''Exaggeration''' to 8.

[[File:Kindhausen02.PNG]]

==[[Create Contour Lines]]==

Choose '''Create Contour Lines''' from '''DEM''' menu. Select desired Contour interval and appropriate line symbols.
: -> '''OK'''

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateContourLines.PNG]]

[[File:Kindhausen03.PNG]]

Visualization of Cadastral survey data for city maps

2011-11-09T10:15:11Z

80.238.236.166:

Link: http://www.cadastre.ch/internet/cadastre/en/home/topics/avs/structure.html

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbol Set Amtliche Vermessung.ocd''.

[[File:Kindhausen04]]

Import ''Kindhausen_dxf.dxf''

[[File:Kindhausen_ImportDXFFile.PNG]]

Check '''Import INSERT as point object'''
:-> '''OK'''

[[File:Hint.JPG]] Click [[File:ShowEntireMap.PNG]] '''Show Entire Map'''.

[[File:

[[File:Hint.JPG]] Select an object with the mouse, to see on which layer it is located. The layer information is based on "DXF-Geobau Layerdefinition" (Swiss standards SN 612'020).

==convert imported layer==

choose '''Convert Imported Layer to Symbols''' from '''Map''' menu and '''Load''' ''Basisplan_DXF_Layerstruktur.crt''.

[[File:Kindhausen_ConvertImportedLayerToSymbols.PNG]]

:-> '''Execute'''

[[File:Kindhausen01.PNG]]

==DEM Import==

choose '''DEM Import''' from '''DEM''' menu and '''Add''' ''Kindshausen_asci.asc''.

: -> '''Analayze''' and '''Save''' as an ocdDem file.

==[[Create Hill Shading]]==

Choose '''Create Hill Shading''' from '''DEM''' menu. Choose '''Hill shading (slope shading combined with oblique light shading)''' and check '''Load the exported map as backgroundmap'''.

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateHillShading.PNG]]

[[File:Hint.JPG]] To see the results better, set '''Exaggeration''' to 8.

[[File:Kindhausen02.PNG]]

==[[Create Contour Lines]]==

Choose '''Create Contour Lines''' from '''DEM''' menu. Select desired Contour interval and appropriate line symbols.
: -> '''OK'''

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateContourLines.PNG]]

[[File:Kindhausen03.PNG]]

Visualization of Cadastral survey data for city maps

2011-11-09T10:01:06Z

80.238.236.166:

Link: http://www.cadastre.ch/internet/cadastre/en/home/topics/avs/structure.html

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbol Set Amtliche Vermessung.ocd''.

[[File:Kindhausen_

Import ''Kindhausen_dxf.dxf''

[[File:Kindhausen_ImportDXFFile.PNG]]

Check '''Import INSERT as point object'''
:-> '''OK'''

[[File:Hint.JPG]] Click [[File:ShowEntireMap.PNG]] '''Show Entire Map'''.

[[File:

[[File:Hint.JPG]] Select an object with the mouse, to see on which layer it is located. The layer information is based on "DXF-Geobau Layerdefinition" (Swiss standards SN 612'020).

==convert imported layer==

choose '''Convert Imported Layer to Symbols''' from '''Map''' menu and '''Load''' ''Basisplan_DXF_Layerstruktur.crt''.

[[File:Kindhausen_ConvertImportedLayerToSymbols.PNG]]

:-> '''Execute'''

[[File:Kindhausen01.PNG]]

==DEM Import==

choose '''DEM Import''' from '''DEM''' menu and '''Add''' ''Kindshausen_asci.asc''.

: -> '''Analayze''' and '''Save''' as an ocdDem file.

==[[Create Hill Shading]]==

Choose '''Create Hill Shading''' from '''DEM''' menu. Choose '''Hill shading (slope shading combined with oblique light shading)''' and check '''Load the exported map as backgroundmap'''.

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateHillShading.PNG]]

[[File:Hint.JPG]] To see the results better, set '''Exaggeration''' to 8.

[[File:Kindhausen02.PNG]]

==[[Create Contour Lines]]==

Choose '''Create Contour Lines''' from '''DEM''' menu. Select desired Contour interval and appropriate line symbols.
: -> '''OK'''

[[File:Kindhausen_CreateContourLines.PNG]]

[[File:Kindhausen03.PNG]]

Visualization of Cadastral survey data for city maps

2011-11-09T09:50:02Z

80.238.236.166: Created page with "Link: http://www.cadastre.ch/internet/cadastre/en/home/topics/avs/structure.html"

Link: http://www.cadastre.ch/internet/cadastre/en/home/topics/avs/structure.html

Tutorials

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80.238.236.166:

1. [[Migration of unstructured DTP maps]]

2. [[Visualization of GIS data for city maps]]

3. [[Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps]]

4. [[Visualization of Cadastral survey data for city maps]]

Previous Chapter: [[OCAD Internet Map]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

Drawing an Object

2011-11-09T09:25:38Z

80.238.236.166: /* Draw a Line or Area Object */

[[File:Order_SymbolizedAndGraphicObjects.PNG|x300px]]

To draw a point object:
# Choose a point symbol.
# Select any drawing mode. The cursor appears as a crosshair with a point in the upper right-hand corner.
# Click a position in the drawing window.
# The point object appears.
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -To define a specific direction of for the object, click and hold the left mouse button on desired position; then drag to the direction you wish the object to be oriented to.
:: -The object can be adjusted retrospectively. To do this, select the point object and align it using the '''Indicate direction of area pattern, point or text object''' function.
:[[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/26.htm Drawing point objects]

==Draw a line or area object==
You must select one of the eight drawing modes to draw a line or area object. The cursor appears as a crosshair with the symbol for the selected drawing mode in the lower right-hand corner.

==Draw a straight line==
: [[File:Icon_StraightLineMode.PNG|draw a straight line]]

: [[File:DrawAStraightLine.PNG|Draw a straight line]]

# To draw straight lines such as streets, power lines or sidewalks, select '''Straight line mode'''.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Straight line mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the point where you want to start the line, then click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor in the desired direction. The help line provides a preview of the line that has just been drawn.
# To add a vertex to the straight line, release the left mouse button. Now press and hold the left mouse button once more and drag the cursor in the desired direction. Repeat this process as often as necessary.
# Click the left mouse button when you have finished drawing and the help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/20.htm Drawing straight object]

==Draw a curve==
: [[File:Icon_CurveMode.PNG|curve mode]]

Select Bézier '''Curve mode''' to draw flowing or curved lines such as contours or shore lines. Drawing Bézier '''Curves''' requires some practice as you need to get a feeling for where the radius or curvature of a flowing or curved line changes. The turning point is where the vertex and its tangents need setting. Once you have mastered this technique, you will be able to draw curved lines and area objects efficiently and precisely.
: [[File:InflectionPointOfBezierCurve.PNG|Inflection point of a Bézier curve]]

# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select Bézier-'''Curve mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the point where you want to start the line, click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to form the radius you want and release the left mouse button.
# Position the cursor at the next inflection, click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to form the radius you want and release the left mouse button. The help line provides a preview of the curved line that has just been drawn. Repeat this process for each inflection point.
# Click the left mouse button when you have finished drawing and the help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.
: [[File:DrawABezierCurve.PNG|Draw a Bézier curve]]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -If you are unhappy with the tangent, simply click the '''Backspace''' [[File:back.JPG|backspace]] button. The last tangent will be deleted and you can try again. You can delete as many tangents as you like up to the beginning of the line. This is not possible once the object has been completed.
:: -Sinuous lines can be managed easily by placing tangents at the outermost points.
: [[File:OutermostInflectionPointOfABezierCurve.PNG|Outermost inflection point of a Bézier curve]]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]]You can force a corner vertex by dragging two tangents from the same vertex point. '''Curve:''' Tangents 2 and 3 start at the same point but move in different directions. A corner vertex is created.
:[[File:CreateACornerVertexInABezierCurve.PNG|Create a corner vertex in a Bézier curve]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/25.htm Drawing curve object]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]]You can draw parts of a line or area object using different drawing modes. Select the appropriate symbol and draw the first part of your object using a drawing mode. Now press the Tab button until the desired drawing mode appears and then continue drawing.
:[[File:DrawObjectsUsingDifferentDrawingModes.PNG|Draw objects using different drawing modes]]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] You can lengthen existing line objects or expand area objects. Simply select the appropriate symbol, press and hold the '''Shift'''[[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] button and start drawing at the beginning or end of the existing object. Release the '''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG |shift]] button once the line or area has been added.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/35.htm Continuing existing objects]
: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] To draw horizontal or vertical lines, press and hold the '''Alt''' button. The '''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] and '''Alt''' button functions can be combined.

==Draw a freehand line==
: [[File:Icon_FreehandMode.PNG|freehand mode]]

Freehand drawing mode plots the movement of the cursor and converts it into a line. Tracing flowing or curved lines using this mode is not very efficient or precise. Depending on the drawing speed and selected smoothing factor (1, 2 or 3), the line may appear somewhat angular because the vertices are connected using straight lines.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Freehand mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the beginning of the line, press the left mouse button briefly and trace the line you want using the mouse.
# Click the left mouse button when you have finished drawing and the help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.
If you draw in freehand mode the same way as in straight mode, normal points will be placed at the corners. Unlike corner points, normal points do not affect dashed lines.

==Draw a rectangular area==
: [[File:Icon_RectangularMode.PNG|RectangularMode.JPG]]

Select '''Rectangular mode''' if you want to draw rectangular areas or objects such as buildings or squares. This drawing mode creates a right-angle in every corner and ensures the start and end points of the outline are identical.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Rectangular mode'''.
# Position the cursor on one of the corners of the longest side of the rectangular area. Press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor along the longest side to the next corner.
# When the cursor reaches the corner, release the left mouse button and then press it again. Hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor towards the next corner. The help line provides you with a preview of the straight line that has just been drawn. A broken line shows you what the rectangular object will look like when you have finished. Repeat the above process to draw a line to the third corner.
# Click the right mouse button to finish the drawing; the help line is then transformed into the selected line or area symbol.
You should always draw the longest side of a rectangular area first since it is easier to define the rectangular orientation of an area from the longer side.
: [[File:DrawARectangularAreaOrLine.PNG|Draw a rectangular area or line]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/23.htm Drawing rectangular objects]

==Draw a rectangular line==
: [[File:Icon_RectangularLineMode.PNG|rectangular line mode]]

Select '''Rectangular line mode''' if you want to draw rectangular line objects such as sidewalks or stairs. This drawing mode creates a right-angle in every corner. The only difference between '''Rectangular line mode''' and '''Rectangular mode''' is that the start and end points are not identical when using rectangular line mode.
# Select a line symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Rectangular line mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the beginning of the rectangular line. Press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor along the longest side to the next corner.
# When the cursor reaches the corner, release the left mouse button and then press it again. Hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor towards the next corner. The help line provides a preview of the line that has just been drawn. Repeat this process until you reach the end of the rectangular line.
# Click the left mouse button when you have finished drawing and the help line is then transformed into the selected line symbol.
You should always draw the longest side of a rectangular line first since it is easier to define the rectangular orientation of a line from the longer side.

==Draw a circular object==
: [[File:Icon_CircleMode.PNG|circle mode]]

Select '''Circle mode''' if you want to draw circular objects such as roundabouts or silos.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Circle mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the edge of the object, then press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to the opposite edge. Release the mouse button. The help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -The outline or circular line is drawn as a Bézier curve.
:: -You can also drag the circle from the center point. Simply press and hold the '''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] button and drag a radius.
:: -Clicking the center of the circle with the right mouse button without dragging displays the '''Draw Circle''' dialog box. Here you can enter the radius of the circle in mm or m.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/22.htm Drawing circular objects]

==Draw multiple point objects==

: [[File:Icon_DrawingMultiplePointObjects.PNG|drawing multiple point objects]]
This drawing tool is used to draw several point objects that are placed on a line with a constant interval.
# Choose a point symbol in the symbol box.
# Choose the drawing tool Drawing multiple point objects from the Edit and Drawing toolbar.
# Draw a line from the position of the first to the position of the last feature.
# The Dialog Draw Multiple Point Objects appears:
: [[File:NumberOfObjects.JPG|number of objects]]
Enter the number of objects and click the OK button.

The defined number of objects are drawn:
: [[File:DefinedNumberOfObjects.PNG|Defined number of objects]]
: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] If the number of objects is 1, the objects position will be in the centre of the drawn line.

==Draw an elliptical object==

: [[File:Icon_EllipseMode.PNG|Ellipse mode]]
Select '''Ellipse mode''' if you want to draw oval #13#10 objects such as hills or dips.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Ellipse mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the beginning of the longer ellipse axis, then press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor towards the end of the axis.
# Position the cursor at the beginning of the shorter ellipse axis, then press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor towards the end of the axis. Release the mouse button. The help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

: [[File:DrawAnEllipse.PNG|Draw an ellipse]]

: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/21.htm Draw an ellipse]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The outline or ellipse line is drawn as a Bézier curve.
:[[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/21.htm Drawing elliptical objects]

==Numerical drawing mode==

: [[File:Icon_NumericMode.PNG|numeric mode]]
Select Numeric mode if you have measurement values or coordinate pairs for specific objects.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/27.htm Numeric drawing mode]

Construct a point object using distance or azimuth measurements.
# Select a point symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Numeric mode'''.
# Enter the coordinates of your location in the '''Easting''' and '''Northing''' fields. A small cross highlights the position in the drawing window.
# Enter the length in mm or m in the '''Length''' field and the '''Angle''' in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
# Click '''End'''.
# The angle and distance measurements are used to position the point object.
: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -You can change the direction from clockwise to counterclockwise, or vice-versa, by clicking the '''Counterclockwise''' or '''Clockwise''' buttons.
:: -You can change the unit of measurement from millimeter to meter, or vice-versa, by clicking the '''Millimeter''' or '''Meter''' button.

Construct a line or area object using coordinate pairs.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Numeric mode'''.
# Enter the coordinates of your first coordinate pair in the '''Easting''' and '''Northing''' fields. A small gray cross highlights the position of the first coordinate pair in the drawing window.
# Select the construction mode [[File:ConstructionMode.JPG|construction mode position]] '''Enter''' positions.
# Enter the coordinates of the second coordinate pair in mm or m and click '''Next'''. A help line appears between the first and second coordinate pair. Repeat this process as often as necessary; the help line is extended each time. Click '''End''' once you have entered the final coordinate pair.
# The sections are then transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

Construct a line or area object using distance or azimuth measurements.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Numeric mode'''.
# Enter the coordinates of your starting point in the '''Easting''' and '''Northing''' fields. A small cross highlights the position of the starting point in the drawing window
# Select the construction mode [[File:ConstructionModeTerangle.JPG|construction mode terangle]] '''Enter length and angle'''.
# Enter the length in mm or m in the '''Length''' field and enter the '''Angle''' in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. A help line appears that displays the distance and azimuth from the starting point. Repeat this process as often as necessary; the help line is extended each time. Click '''End''' once you have entered the final distance and azimuth values.
# The sections are then transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

==Place a Text Object==

Text and line text symbols are available for placing text. Text symbols are generally aligned horizontally. Line text symbols follow the flow of rivers or streets.

'''Place a text object'''

You can choose text frames or anchor points for placing text objects.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/28.htm Writing text]

'''Define a text frame'''
# Select a text symbol from the symbol box.
# Select a drawing mode.
# Position the cursor on the upper left-hand corner of the desired text frame, then click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to the lower right-hand corner. Release the mouse button. The text cursor for inputting text appears.
# Enter the desired text. The line break is added automatically Press '''Enter''' to start a new paragraph.
: [[File:PlaceTextUsingATextFrame.PNG|Place text using a text frame]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/28.htm Writing text]

'''Define a text anchor point'''
# Select a text symbol from the symbol box.
# Select a drawing mode.
# Position the cursor at the point where the text is to be anchored. Release the mouse button. The text cursor for inputting text appears.
# Enter the desired text. Press '''Enter''' to start a new paragraph.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/28.htm Writing text]

'''Place a Line Text Object'''

Select a Line Text symbol if you want your text to follow the flow of a curve.
# Select a Line Text symbol from the symbol box.
# Select Bézier '''Curve mode'''.

'''Draw a curve '''
# Once you have finished drawing the line, a help line appears as well as the text cursor for inputting text.
# Enter the desired text.
: [[File:PlaceTextUsingATextSymbol.PNG|Place text using a text symbol]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/28.htm Writing text]

'''Edit a vertex:'''
: [[File:Icon_SelectObjectAndEditVertex.PNG|Select object and edit vertex]]
To edit a vertex, select the Select Object and Edit Vertex editing mode. You will then be able to move, delete or change the type of vertex.

For point objects, the middle of the symbol is represented by a large square [[File:LargeSquare.JPG|large square]] . For line and area objects, the first point of the object is represented by a large square [[File:LargeSquare.JPG|large square]] , vertices by small squares [[File:SmallSquare.JPG|small square]] , and the last point of the object by a cross '''X'''. With Bézier curves, circle symbols [[File:CircleSymbole.JPG|circle symbol]] are used to represent the ends of the tangents.
: [[File:EditVertex.PNG|Selected Bézier curves displaying the starting point, vertex, tangents and endpoint]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/25.htm Drawing curves]

When drawing broken or dotted lines in OCAD, the dashes and spaces always have the same length. You will never get half dashes or spaces; the dashes are distributed proportionally across the entire object. However, if you add a corner vertex, the dashes before and after the vertex are calculated separately. A corner vertex is made up of two adjoining dashes; a dash point is positioned at the center of a single dash (the dash is therefore split in the middle). Corner vertices and dash points are therefore used to define the appearance of corners and intersections.

The following functions are available for editing vertices and influencing dashed lines:
: [[File:Icon_RemoveVertex.PNG|remove vertex]] '''Remove Vertex:''' Remove a vertex from the object. Alternatively, you can press the Ctrl button and then click the vertex.
: [[File:Icon_NormalVertex.PNG|normal vertex]] '''Normal Vertex:''' Add a vertex. This will not influence a dashed line.
: [[File:Icon_CornerVertex.PNG|corner vertex]] '''Corner Vertex:''' Add a corner vertex. This will affect the dashed line so that it will start with a full dash from this point and/or a symbol will appear in the corner vertex.
: [[File:Icon_DashVertex.PNG|Dash vertex]] '''Dash Vertex:''' Add a dash vertex or turn a normal vertex into a dash vertex. This will affect the dashed line, which will start with half a dash from this point.
:[[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/66.htm Different point types]
: [[File:NormalCorner.PNG|Normal vertex and corner vertex]]

: [[File:NormalDashCornerVetex.PNG|Normal vertex, dash vertex and corner vertex]]

: [[File:NormalDashCornerVertexRound.PNG|Normal vertex, dash vertex and corner vertex]]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] Every vertex can be changed into a different kind of vertex. To do this, simply select the vertex type you want and then click the vertex object to change it.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/32.htm Influencing dashed lines]

Ctrl button: '''Trace existing objects'''

Area objects are often limited by line objects. You can trace existing line or area objects without having to redraw them.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select a drawing mode.
# Press and hold the '''Ctrl''' button, then position the cursor at the point from which you want to trace the line. This does not have to be the start or end point of the line. The help line will appear with its vertices.
# Click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to the desired point. This does not have to be the start or end point of the line.
# Release the mouse button. The traced line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

: [[File:TraceALine.PNG|Trace a line]]

: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -With double lines (e.g. streets), you can trace the middle line as well as both side lines. If you do not require this option, you can deactivate it under Preferences, Drawing in the Options menu.
:: -Line tracing is only possible in straight, Bézier and freehand mode.
:: -It is possible to trace the outline of existing area objects. However, it is only possible to trace up to one half of the outline, otherwise the trace would be in the opposite direction. The point, up to which the object can be traced, is represented by a large (the same symbol used for the first point of an object).
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/34.htm Following existing objects]

'''Edit an object'''
: [[File:Icon_SelectAndEditObject.PNG|Select and edit object]]
To edit an object, you must select the '''Select and Edit''' object mode. As soon as you have selected the object, the object frame appears with anchor points [[File:AnchorPoint.JPG|Anchor point]]. You can now move, rotate, cut, stretch or reduce the size of the object or use the following functions:
: [[File:SelectedObjetWithObjectFrame.PNG|Selected object with object frame]]

: [[File:Icon_Delete.PNG|delete]] '''Delete:''' Delete the selected object. Alternatively, press the Delete button.
: [[File:Icon_DuplicateObject.PNG|Duplicate object]] '''Duplicate object:''' Duplicate the selected object. Alternatively, press Ctrl + C und Ctrl + V.
: [[File:Icon_IndicateDirectionOfAreaPatternPointOrTextObject.PNG|Indicate direction of area pattern, point or text object]] '''Indicate direction of area pattern, point or text object:''' Change the direction of the selected point or text object or the structure of the selected area object.
: [[File:Icon_RotateObject.PNG|rotate object]] '''Rotate Object:''' Rotate the selected object around a defined rotation point.
: [[File:Icon_MoveParallel.PNG|move parallel]] '''Move parallel:''' Move the selected line object in a parallel direction or stretch or reduce the size of the selected area object.
: '''Move parallel with distance'''
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -Only for line, area and line text objects
:: -Positive values move the object to the right side, negative to the left.
:: -'Move': Move the selected object
:: -'Duplicate': Make a copy and move the copy to the new position

: [[File:Icon_Cut.PNG|cut]] '''Cut:''' Cut the selected line object or the borderline of the selected double line or area.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/70.htm Cutting]
: [[File:Icon_CutArea.PNG|cut area]] '''Cut Area:''' Cut the selected area object.
: [[File:Icon_CutHole.PNG|cut hole]] '''Cut Hole:''' Cut a hole in the selected area object.

Area objects such as forest clearings or islands often contain holes. OCAD allows you to cut holes in area objects.
# Select the desired drawing mode for cutting the hole.
# Select the object to cut a hole in.
# Click the Cut Hole button.
# Draw the hole then press the left mouse button to cut the hole.
: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] After cutting the area OCAD selects always the smaller part of the two new areas.
: [[File:CutHoleFillHole.PNG|Cut a hole in an area object; fill in a hole]]
: a: Cut a hole in an area object, b: Fill in a hole

: [[File:Icon_FillOrMakeBorder.PNG|Fill or make border]] '''Fill or make border:''' Fill in a hole in the selected area object using an area symbol or draw a border around the hole using a line symbol. Fill in the selected line object using an area symbol or combine the selected area object with an area symbol.

Holes in areas often need filling. With OCAD you can draw a border around a hole using a line symbol or fill in a hole using an area symbol.
# Select a hole by clicking it.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Fill or make border'''. A border is drawn around the hole using the selected line object or it is filled in using the area object.
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] After selecting a line or area object, you can combine it with another symbol. Select the object, then choose the desired line or area symbol from the symbol box and click '''Fill or make border'''. The duplicated object will be positioned above or below the selected object.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/31.htm Holes in areas]

: [[File:Icon_FindSelectedObjects.PNG|find selected objects]] '''Find selected objects:''' Display the selected objects in the center of the drawing window.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolOfObject.PNG|change symbol of object]] '''Change symbol of object:''' Assign a new symbol to the selected object.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolForAllObjectsWithThisSymbol.PNG|Change symbol of all objects with this symbol]] '''Change symbol of all objects with this symbol:''' Assign a new symbol to all objects with a specific symbol.
: [[File:Icon_ReverseObject.PNG|reverse object]] '''Reverse line object:''' Reverse the direction of the selected line, line text or area object.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/36.htm Reversing objects]
: [[File:Icon_Join.PNG|join]] '''Join:''' Join the ends of selected line objects that have the same symbol.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/37.htm Join and merge objects]
: [[File:Icon_Merge.PNG|merge]] '''Merge:''' Merge selected line or area objects that have the same symbol.
: The maximum merge tolerance is 0.25 mm.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/37.htm Join and merge objects]
: [[File:Icon_ChangeToBezierCurve.PNG|to curve]] '''To Curve:''' Change the selected freehand line into a Bézier curve. Select smooth level in toolbar.
: [[File:Icon_ConvertToGraphicObject.PNG|to graphic]] '''To Graphics:''' Break down the selected object into its graphical elements or display the outlines of the respective elements.
: [[File:Icon_‎Measure.PNG|measure]] Measure: Measure the length or area of the selected object. Measure the distance between two point objects. Measure the overall length or area of multiple line or area objects.

Change from drawing mode to one of the editing modes ('''Select and Edit object''' or '''Select Object and Edit Vertex''') to edit an object. Click the '''Select and Edit object''' or '''Select Object and Edit Vertex''' button to do this. The cursor appears as either a solid or transparent arrow.
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] A context menu appears when you press the right mouse button and you can change from drawing mode to editing mode and vice-versa.

By deactivating the '''Context menu''' option under '''OCAD Preferences''', '''GUI''' in the '''Options''' menu you can switch from drawing mode to editing mode, and vice-versa, by simply clicking the right mouse button.

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Drawing an Object

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80.238.236.166: /* Draw Multiple Point Objects */

[[File:Order_SymbolizedAndGraphicObjects.PNG|x300px]]

To draw a point object:
# Choose a point symbol.
# Select any drawing mode. The cursor appears as a crosshair with a point in the upper right-hand corner.
# Click a position in the drawing window.
# The point object appears.
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -To define a specific direction of for the object, click and hold the left mouse button on desired position; then drag to the direction you wish the object to be oriented to.
:: -The object can be adjusted retrospectively. To do this, select the point object and align it using the '''Indicate direction of area pattern, point or text object''' function.
:[[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/26.htm Drawing point objects]

==Draw a Line or Area Object==
You must select one of the eight drawing modes to draw a line or area object. The cursor appears as a crosshair with the symbol for the selected drawing mode in the lower right-hand corner.

==Draw a straight line==
: [[File:Icon_StraightLineMode.PNG|draw a straight line]]

: [[File:DrawAStraightLine.PNG|Draw a straight line]]

# To draw straight lines such as streets, power lines or sidewalks, select '''Straight line mode'''.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Straight line mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the point where you want to start the line, then click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor in the desired direction. The help line provides a preview of the line that has just been drawn.
# To add a vertex to the straight line, release the left mouse button. Now press and hold the left mouse button once more and drag the cursor in the desired direction. Repeat this process as often as necessary.
# Click the left mouse button when you have finished drawing and the help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/20.htm Drawing straight object]

==Draw a curve==
: [[File:Icon_CurveMode.PNG|curve mode]]

Select Bézier '''Curve mode''' to draw flowing or curved lines such as contours or shore lines. Drawing Bézier '''Curves''' requires some practice as you need to get a feeling for where the radius or curvature of a flowing or curved line changes. The turning point is where the vertex and its tangents need setting. Once you have mastered this technique, you will be able to draw curved lines and area objects efficiently and precisely.
: [[File:InflectionPointOfBezierCurve.PNG|Inflection point of a Bézier curve]]

# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select Bézier-'''Curve mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the point where you want to start the line, click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to form the radius you want and release the left mouse button.
# Position the cursor at the next inflection, click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to form the radius you want and release the left mouse button. The help line provides a preview of the curved line that has just been drawn. Repeat this process for each inflection point.
# Click the left mouse button when you have finished drawing and the help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.
: [[File:DrawABezierCurve.PNG|Draw a Bézier curve]]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -If you are unhappy with the tangent, simply click the '''Backspace''' [[File:back.JPG|backspace]] button. The last tangent will be deleted and you can try again. You can delete as many tangents as you like up to the beginning of the line. This is not possible once the object has been completed.
:: -Sinuous lines can be managed easily by placing tangents at the outermost points.
: [[File:OutermostInflectionPointOfABezierCurve.PNG|Outermost inflection point of a Bézier curve]]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]]You can force a corner vertex by dragging two tangents from the same vertex point. '''Curve:''' Tangents 2 and 3 start at the same point but move in different directions. A corner vertex is created.
:[[File:CreateACornerVertexInABezierCurve.PNG|Create a corner vertex in a Bézier curve]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/25.htm Drawing curve object]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]]You can draw parts of a line or area object using different drawing modes. Select the appropriate symbol and draw the first part of your object using a drawing mode. Now press the Tab button until the desired drawing mode appears and then continue drawing.
:[[File:DrawObjectsUsingDifferentDrawingModes.PNG|Draw objects using different drawing modes]]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] You can lengthen existing line objects or expand area objects. Simply select the appropriate symbol, press and hold the '''Shift'''[[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] button and start drawing at the beginning or end of the existing object. Release the '''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG |shift]] button once the line or area has been added.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/35.htm Continuing existing objects]
: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] To draw horizontal or vertical lines, press and hold the '''Alt''' button. The '''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] and '''Alt''' button functions can be combined.

==Draw a freehand line==
: [[File:Icon_FreehandMode.PNG|freehand mode]]

Freehand drawing mode plots the movement of the cursor and converts it into a line. Tracing flowing or curved lines using this mode is not very efficient or precise. Depending on the drawing speed and selected smoothing factor (1, 2 or 3), the line may appear somewhat angular because the vertices are connected using straight lines.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Freehand mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the beginning of the line, press the left mouse button briefly and trace the line you want using the mouse.
# Click the left mouse button when you have finished drawing and the help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.
If you draw in freehand mode the same way as in straight mode, normal points will be placed at the corners. Unlike corner points, normal points do not affect dashed lines.

==Draw a rectangular area==
: [[File:Icon_RectangularMode.PNG|RectangularMode.JPG]]

Select '''Rectangular mode''' if you want to draw rectangular areas or objects such as buildings or squares. This drawing mode creates a right-angle in every corner and ensures the start and end points of the outline are identical.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Rectangular mode'''.
# Position the cursor on one of the corners of the longest side of the rectangular area. Press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor along the longest side to the next corner.
# When the cursor reaches the corner, release the left mouse button and then press it again. Hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor towards the next corner. The help line provides you with a preview of the straight line that has just been drawn. A broken line shows you what the rectangular object will look like when you have finished. Repeat the above process to draw a line to the third corner.
# Click the right mouse button to finish the drawing; the help line is then transformed into the selected line or area symbol.
You should always draw the longest side of a rectangular area first since it is easier to define the rectangular orientation of an area from the longer side.
: [[File:DrawARectangularAreaOrLine.PNG|Draw a rectangular area or line]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/23.htm Drawing rectangular objects]

==Draw a rectangular line==
: [[File:Icon_RectangularLineMode.PNG|rectangular line mode]]

Select '''Rectangular line mode''' if you want to draw rectangular line objects such as sidewalks or stairs. This drawing mode creates a right-angle in every corner. The only difference between '''Rectangular line mode''' and '''Rectangular mode''' is that the start and end points are not identical when using rectangular line mode.
# Select a line symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Rectangular line mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the beginning of the rectangular line. Press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor along the longest side to the next corner.
# When the cursor reaches the corner, release the left mouse button and then press it again. Hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor towards the next corner. The help line provides a preview of the line that has just been drawn. Repeat this process until you reach the end of the rectangular line.
# Click the left mouse button when you have finished drawing and the help line is then transformed into the selected line symbol.
You should always draw the longest side of a rectangular line first since it is easier to define the rectangular orientation of a line from the longer side.

==Draw a circular object==
: [[File:Icon_CircleMode.PNG|circle mode]]

Select '''Circle mode''' if you want to draw circular objects such as roundabouts or silos.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Circle mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the edge of the object, then press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to the opposite edge. Release the mouse button. The help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -The outline or circular line is drawn as a Bézier curve.
:: -You can also drag the circle from the center point. Simply press and hold the '''Shift''' [[File:Shift.JPG|shift]] button and drag a radius.
:: -Clicking the center of the circle with the right mouse button without dragging displays the '''Draw Circle''' dialog box. Here you can enter the radius of the circle in mm or m.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/22.htm Drawing circular objects]

==Draw multiple point objects==

: [[File:Icon_DrawingMultiplePointObjects.PNG|drawing multiple point objects]]
This drawing tool is used to draw several point objects that are placed on a line with a constant interval.
# Choose a point symbol in the symbol box.
# Choose the drawing tool Drawing multiple point objects from the Edit and Drawing toolbar.
# Draw a line from the position of the first to the position of the last feature.
# The Dialog Draw Multiple Point Objects appears:
: [[File:NumberOfObjects.JPG|number of objects]]
Enter the number of objects and click the OK button.

The defined number of objects are drawn:
: [[File:DefinedNumberOfObjects.PNG|Defined number of objects]]
: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] If the number of objects is 1, the objects position will be in the centre of the drawn line.

==Draw an elliptical object==

: [[File:Icon_EllipseMode.PNG|Ellipse mode]]
Select '''Ellipse mode''' if you want to draw oval #13#10 objects such as hills or dips.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Ellipse mode'''.
# Position the cursor at the beginning of the longer ellipse axis, then press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor towards the end of the axis.
# Position the cursor at the beginning of the shorter ellipse axis, then press and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor towards the end of the axis. Release the mouse button. The help line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

: [[File:DrawAnEllipse.PNG|Draw an ellipse]]

: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/21.htm Draw an ellipse]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The outline or ellipse line is drawn as a Bézier curve.
:[[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/21.htm Drawing elliptical objects]

==Numerical drawing mode==

: [[File:Icon_NumericMode.PNG|numeric mode]]
Select Numeric mode if you have measurement values or coordinate pairs for specific objects.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/27.htm Numeric drawing mode]

Construct a point object using distance or azimuth measurements.
# Select a point symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Numeric mode'''.
# Enter the coordinates of your location in the '''Easting''' and '''Northing''' fields. A small cross highlights the position in the drawing window.
# Enter the length in mm or m in the '''Length''' field and the '''Angle''' in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
# Click '''End'''.
# The angle and distance measurements are used to position the point object.
: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -You can change the direction from clockwise to counterclockwise, or vice-versa, by clicking the '''Counterclockwise''' or '''Clockwise''' buttons.
:: -You can change the unit of measurement from millimeter to meter, or vice-versa, by clicking the '''Millimeter''' or '''Meter''' button.

Construct a line or area object using coordinate pairs.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Numeric mode'''.
# Enter the coordinates of your first coordinate pair in the '''Easting''' and '''Northing''' fields. A small gray cross highlights the position of the first coordinate pair in the drawing window.
# Select the construction mode [[File:ConstructionMode.JPG|construction mode position]] '''Enter''' positions.
# Enter the coordinates of the second coordinate pair in mm or m and click '''Next'''. A help line appears between the first and second coordinate pair. Repeat this process as often as necessary; the help line is extended each time. Click '''End''' once you have entered the final coordinate pair.
# The sections are then transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

Construct a line or area object using distance or azimuth measurements.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Numeric mode'''.
# Enter the coordinates of your starting point in the '''Easting''' and '''Northing''' fields. A small cross highlights the position of the starting point in the drawing window
# Select the construction mode [[File:ConstructionModeTerangle.JPG|construction mode terangle]] '''Enter length and angle'''.
# Enter the length in mm or m in the '''Length''' field and enter the '''Angle''' in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. A help line appears that displays the distance and azimuth from the starting point. Repeat this process as often as necessary; the help line is extended each time. Click '''End''' once you have entered the final distance and azimuth values.
# The sections are then transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

==Place a Text Object==

Text and line text symbols are available for placing text. Text symbols are generally aligned horizontally. Line text symbols follow the flow of rivers or streets.

'''Place a text object'''

You can choose text frames or anchor points for placing text objects.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/28.htm Writing text]

'''Define a text frame'''
# Select a text symbol from the symbol box.
# Select a drawing mode.
# Position the cursor on the upper left-hand corner of the desired text frame, then click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to the lower right-hand corner. Release the mouse button. The text cursor for inputting text appears.
# Enter the desired text. The line break is added automatically Press '''Enter''' to start a new paragraph.
: [[File:PlaceTextUsingATextFrame.PNG|Place text using a text frame]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/28.htm Writing text]

'''Define a text anchor point'''
# Select a text symbol from the symbol box.
# Select a drawing mode.
# Position the cursor at the point where the text is to be anchored. Release the mouse button. The text cursor for inputting text appears.
# Enter the desired text. Press '''Enter''' to start a new paragraph.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/28.htm Writing text]

'''Place a Line Text Object'''

Select a Line Text symbol if you want your text to follow the flow of a curve.
# Select a Line Text symbol from the symbol box.
# Select Bézier '''Curve mode'''.

'''Draw a curve '''
# Once you have finished drawing the line, a help line appears as well as the text cursor for inputting text.
# Enter the desired text.
: [[File:PlaceTextUsingATextSymbol.PNG|Place text using a text symbol]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/28.htm Writing text]

'''Edit a vertex:'''
: [[File:Icon_SelectObjectAndEditVertex.PNG|Select object and edit vertex]]
To edit a vertex, select the Select Object and Edit Vertex editing mode. You will then be able to move, delete or change the type of vertex.

For point objects, the middle of the symbol is represented by a large square [[File:LargeSquare.JPG|large square]] . For line and area objects, the first point of the object is represented by a large square [[File:LargeSquare.JPG|large square]] , vertices by small squares [[File:SmallSquare.JPG|small square]] , and the last point of the object by a cross '''X'''. With Bézier curves, circle symbols [[File:CircleSymbole.JPG|circle symbol]] are used to represent the ends of the tangents.
: [[File:EditVertex.PNG|Selected Bézier curves displaying the starting point, vertex, tangents and endpoint]]
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/25.htm Drawing curves]

When drawing broken or dotted lines in OCAD, the dashes and spaces always have the same length. You will never get half dashes or spaces; the dashes are distributed proportionally across the entire object. However, if you add a corner vertex, the dashes before and after the vertex are calculated separately. A corner vertex is made up of two adjoining dashes; a dash point is positioned at the center of a single dash (the dash is therefore split in the middle). Corner vertices and dash points are therefore used to define the appearance of corners and intersections.

The following functions are available for editing vertices and influencing dashed lines:
: [[File:Icon_RemoveVertex.PNG|remove vertex]] '''Remove Vertex:''' Remove a vertex from the object. Alternatively, you can press the Ctrl button and then click the vertex.
: [[File:Icon_NormalVertex.PNG|normal vertex]] '''Normal Vertex:''' Add a vertex. This will not influence a dashed line.
: [[File:Icon_CornerVertex.PNG|corner vertex]] '''Corner Vertex:''' Add a corner vertex. This will affect the dashed line so that it will start with a full dash from this point and/or a symbol will appear in the corner vertex.
: [[File:Icon_DashVertex.PNG|Dash vertex]] '''Dash Vertex:''' Add a dash vertex or turn a normal vertex into a dash vertex. This will affect the dashed line, which will start with half a dash from this point.
:[[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/66.htm Different point types]
: [[File:NormalCorner.PNG|Normal vertex and corner vertex]]

: [[File:NormalDashCornerVetex.PNG|Normal vertex, dash vertex and corner vertex]]

: [[File:NormalDashCornerVertexRound.PNG|Normal vertex, dash vertex and corner vertex]]

:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] Every vertex can be changed into a different kind of vertex. To do this, simply select the vertex type you want and then click the vertex object to change it.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/32.htm Influencing dashed lines]

Ctrl button: '''Trace existing objects'''

Area objects are often limited by line objects. You can trace existing line or area objects without having to redraw them.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select a drawing mode.
# Press and hold the '''Ctrl''' button, then position the cursor at the point from which you want to trace the line. This does not have to be the start or end point of the line. The help line will appear with its vertices.
# Click and hold the left mouse button and drag the cursor to the desired point. This does not have to be the start or end point of the line.
# Release the mouse button. The traced line is transformed into the selected line or area symbol.

: [[File:TraceALine.PNG|Trace a line]]

: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -With double lines (e.g. streets), you can trace the middle line as well as both side lines. If you do not require this option, you can deactivate it under Preferences, Drawing in the Options menu.
:: -Line tracing is only possible in straight, Bézier and freehand mode.
:: -It is possible to trace the outline of existing area objects. However, it is only possible to trace up to one half of the outline, otherwise the trace would be in the opposite direction. The point, up to which the object can be traced, is represented by a large (the same symbol used for the first point of an object).
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/34.htm Following existing objects]

'''Edit an object'''
: [[File:Icon_SelectAndEditObject.PNG|Select and edit object]]
To edit an object, you must select the '''Select and Edit''' object mode. As soon as you have selected the object, the object frame appears with anchor points [[File:AnchorPoint.JPG|Anchor point]]. You can now move, rotate, cut, stretch or reduce the size of the object or use the following functions:
: [[File:SelectedObjetWithObjectFrame.PNG|Selected object with object frame]]

: [[File:Icon_Delete.PNG|delete]] '''Delete:''' Delete the selected object. Alternatively, press the Delete button.
: [[File:Icon_DuplicateObject.PNG|Duplicate object]] '''Duplicate object:''' Duplicate the selected object. Alternatively, press Ctrl + C und Ctrl + V.
: [[File:Icon_IndicateDirectionOfAreaPatternPointOrTextObject.PNG|Indicate direction of area pattern, point or text object]] '''Indicate direction of area pattern, point or text object:''' Change the direction of the selected point or text object or the structure of the selected area object.
: [[File:Icon_RotateObject.PNG|rotate object]] '''Rotate Object:''' Rotate the selected object around a defined rotation point.
: [[File:Icon_MoveParallel.PNG|move parallel]] '''Move parallel:''' Move the selected line object in a parallel direction or stretch or reduce the size of the selected area object.
: '''Move parallel with distance'''
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] -Only for line, area and line text objects
:: -Positive values move the object to the right side, negative to the left.
:: -'Move': Move the selected object
:: -'Duplicate': Make a copy and move the copy to the new position

: [[File:Icon_Cut.PNG|cut]] '''Cut:''' Cut the selected line object or the borderline of the selected double line or area.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/70.htm Cutting]
: [[File:Icon_CutArea.PNG|cut area]] '''Cut Area:''' Cut the selected area object.
: [[File:Icon_CutHole.PNG|cut hole]] '''Cut Hole:''' Cut a hole in the selected area object.

Area objects such as forest clearings or islands often contain holes. OCAD allows you to cut holes in area objects.
# Select the desired drawing mode for cutting the hole.
# Select the object to cut a hole in.
# Click the Cut Hole button.
# Draw the hole then press the left mouse button to cut the hole.
: [[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] After cutting the area OCAD selects always the smaller part of the two new areas.
: [[File:CutHoleFillHole.PNG|Cut a hole in an area object; fill in a hole]]
: a: Cut a hole in an area object, b: Fill in a hole

: [[File:Icon_FillOrMakeBorder.PNG|Fill or make border]] '''Fill or make border:''' Fill in a hole in the selected area object using an area symbol or draw a border around the hole using a line symbol. Fill in the selected line object using an area symbol or combine the selected area object with an area symbol.

Holes in areas often need filling. With OCAD you can draw a border around a hole using a line symbol or fill in a hole using an area symbol.
# Select a hole by clicking it.
# Select a line or area symbol from the symbol box.
# Select '''Fill or make border'''. A border is drawn around the hole using the selected line object or it is filled in using the area object.
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] After selecting a line or area object, you can combine it with another symbol. Select the object, then choose the desired line or area symbol from the symbol box and click '''Fill or make border'''. The duplicated object will be positioned above or below the selected object.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/31.htm Holes in areas]

: [[File:Icon_FindSelectedObjects.PNG|find selected objects]] '''Find selected objects:''' Display the selected objects in the center of the drawing window.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolOfObject.PNG|change symbol of object]] '''Change symbol of object:''' Assign a new symbol to the selected object.
: [[File:Icon_ChangeSymbolForAllObjectsWithThisSymbol.PNG|Change symbol of all objects with this symbol]] '''Change symbol of all objects with this symbol:''' Assign a new symbol to all objects with a specific symbol.
: [[File:Icon_ReverseObject.PNG|reverse object]] '''Reverse line object:''' Reverse the direction of the selected line, line text or area object.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/36.htm Reversing objects]
: [[File:Icon_Join.PNG|join]] '''Join:''' Join the ends of selected line objects that have the same symbol.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/37.htm Join and merge objects]
: [[File:Icon_Merge.PNG|merge]] '''Merge:''' Merge selected line or area objects that have the same symbol.
: The maximum merge tolerance is 0.25 mm.
: [[File:Camera.jpg|video available]] [http://www.ocad.com/howtos/37.htm Join and merge objects]
: [[File:Icon_ChangeToBezierCurve.PNG|to curve]] '''To Curve:''' Change the selected freehand line into a Bézier curve. Select smooth level in toolbar.
: [[File:Icon_ConvertToGraphicObject.PNG|to graphic]] '''To Graphics:''' Break down the selected object into its graphical elements or display the outlines of the respective elements.
: [[File:Icon_‎Measure.PNG|measure]] Measure: Measure the length or area of the selected object. Measure the distance between two point objects. Measure the overall length or area of multiple line or area objects.

Change from drawing mode to one of the editing modes ('''Select and Edit object''' or '''Select Object and Edit Vertex''') to edit an object. Click the '''Select and Edit object''' or '''Select Object and Edit Vertex''' button to do this. The cursor appears as either a solid or transparent arrow.
:[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] A context menu appears when you press the right mouse button and you can change from drawing mode to editing mode and vice-versa.

By deactivating the '''Context menu''' option under '''OCAD Preferences''', '''GUI''' in the '''Options''' menu you can switch from drawing mode to editing mode, and vice-versa, by simply clicking the right mouse button.

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Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-09T08:10:16Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the '''Sample data swissTLM3D LV03''' - ESRI Shapefile.

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

==Import Shape files==

Import the shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

==Assign symbols==

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' from '''Database''' menu to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:20em" | Dataset
! style="width:20em" | Text field
! style="width:20em" | Objektart
! style="width:20em" | Symbol
|-
| TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH || Name || Flurname || 1310.000 Gebiet klein
|-
| TLM_ORTSCHAFT_CH || Name || Ortschaft || 1306.000 Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| TLM_NAME_PKT_CH || Name || Huegel || 1316.000 Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

[[File:GIS_Example.PNG]]

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-09T08:09:24Z

80.238.236.166: /* Assign symbols */

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the '''Sample data swissTLM3D LV03''' - ESRI Shapefile.

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

Import all shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').

==Import Shape files==

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

==Assign symbols==

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' from '''Database''' menu to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:20em" | Dataset
! style="width:20em" | Text field
! style="width:20em" | Objektart
! style="width:20em" | Symbol
|-
| TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH || Name || Flurname || 1310.000 Gebiet klein
|-
| TLM_ORTSCHAFT_CH || Name || Ortschaft || 1306.000 Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| TLM_NAME_PKT_CH || Name || Huegel || 1316.000 Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

[[File:GIS_Example.PNG]]

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-08T16:15:47Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the '''Sample data swissTLM3D LV03''' - ESRI Shapefile.

==Open OCAD file==

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

Import all shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').

==Import Shape files==

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

==Assign symbols==

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:13em" | Objektart
! style="width:12em" | Symbol
|-
| Flurname || Gebiet klein
|-
| Ortschaft || Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| Huegel || Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-08T16:13:52Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the '''Sample data swissTLM3D LV03''' - ESRI Shapefile.

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

Import all shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:13em" | Objektart
! style="width:12em" | Symbol
|-
| Flurname || Gebiet klein
|-
| Ortschaft || Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| Huegel || Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-08T16:12:37Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the '''Sample data swissTLM3D LV03''' - ESRI Shapefile.

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

Import all shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').
[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned. Delete the *.shp, *.prj, *.shx and *.dbf files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp''.

: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:13em" | Objektart
! style="width:12em" | Symbol
|-
| Flurname || Gebiet klein
|-
| Ortschaft || Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| Huegel || Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-08T16:10:11Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/en/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]]. Download the '''Sample data swissTLM3D LV03''' - ESRI Shapefile.

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

Import all shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').
: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned.

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:13em" | Objektart
! style="width:12em" | Symbol
|-
| Flurname || Gebiet klein
|-
| Ortschaft || Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| Huegel || Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-08T16:05:47Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/de/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]].

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

Import all shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').
: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned.

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign the text objects from the three dataset correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:13em" | Objektart
! style="width:12em" | Symbol
|-
| Flurname || Gebiet klein
|-
| Ortschaft || Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| Huegel || Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-08T16:04:01Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/de/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]].

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

Import all shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').
: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned.

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the option '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign these four objects correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:13em" | Objektart
! style="width:12em" | Symbol
|-
| Flurname || Gebiet klein
|-
| Ortschaft || Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| Huegel || Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

Visualization of GIS data for topographic maps

2011-11-08T15:44:37Z

80.238.236.166:

In this example data taken from Switzerland - [[http://www.swisstopo.admin.ch/internet/swisstopo/de/home/products/landscape/swissTLM3D.html TLM (swisstopo)]].

Open the file ''Symbolset_TLM.ocd''.
: [[File:GIS_Symbolsset.PNG|800x800px]]

Import all shape files from the directory ''swisstlm3dlv03ln02shp'' ('''File''' -> '''Import''').
: [[File:GIS_ImportShapeFiles.PNG]]
Select desired settings:
* Cordinate system: Swiss Grid CH1903
* Check: Existing offset and angle
* Database type: Microsoft Access 2003/2010 mdb
* Keyfield in database: Create new key field
* Imported layer: Do not import any layer information
: -> Click '''OK'''.

[[File:Hint.jpg]] Do not import the shape files ''Haltestelle Bahn'' and ''Gewaessernetzknoten''. This unsymbolized objects can not be assigned.

Choose '''Assign symbols by records''' to load the cnt file ''Landeskarte_TLM_updated.cnt'' and check the keyfield '''All'''.
: -> '''Execute'''
[[File:GIS_AssignSymbolByRecords.PNG]]

Assign [[Unsymbolized Objects]]:

Choose '''Add Text by Record''' from '''Database''' menu. Pick the dataset from the unsymbolized object (for example: TLM_GEBIETSNAME_CH) and the appropriate text field (for example: Name). Choose the symbol to be assigned (for example: 1309.000 Gebiet: gross) and check '''Assign text or line text symbol'''. Choose the '''Option''' '''Replace existing objects''' and click '''OK'''.

[[File:GIS_AddTextsByRecords.PNG]]

Assign these four objects correctly:

{| class="wikitable" style=" border="1"
|-
! style="width:13em" | Objektart
! style="width:12em" | Symbol
|-
| Flurname || Gebiet klein
|-
| Ortschaft || Ort, -teil: 100-2'000 Einwohner
|-
| Huegel || Berg: klein
|}

Icons in the symbol box with a small red rectangle in the lower right half are shown in white:
* Graspiste
* Piste mit Hartbelag
* Übriges Gebiet
* Innenhof
* Bahnhofsareal
* Flughafenareal
* Flughafenbahnhofareal

Layout

2011-11-07T16:52:05Z

80.238.236.166:

{| style="float:right; background:transparent; padding:0px; margin:0px;"
|- valign="top"
|[[File:Layout.PNG|Edit Layout Objects]]
|}

[[File:Order_Layout.png|x300px]]

Layout objects can not be selected, moved, removed or changed unless by clicking '''Edit Layout Objects''' in '''Layout''' menu.

===Edit Layout Objects===

Add new layout objects like lines, areas or text and define their properties.

Lines: Color and line width.
Areas: Color.
Text: Color, Font and text size.

[[File:Hint.jpg|hint]] The error message: "Layout font attributes list is full" appears if the list contains the maximum of 256 entries.

'''Layout Images'''
Add layout images by clicking the '''Add''' button in the images box. 
Move or resize a layout image by clicking the '''Move or resize''' button in the images box. 
Remove a layout image by clicking the '''Remove''' button in the images box.

'''Layout Objects List'''
All Layout objects are listed in the layout objects list. It is possible to set them visible or hidden and to move them up and down.

===Import Layout===

===Save Layout===

===Protect or Hide Layout===

===Add North Arrow or Scale Bar===

===Add Map Legend===

===Create Graticule Name Index===

===Create Name Index===

Previous Chapter: [[Edit Object]]

Next Chapter: [[Export Files]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

What is New

2011-11-07T16:50:00Z

80.238.236.166: /* Layout */

==Revised features in the menu==

===File===
* Map Sharing
* Upload to FTP Server
* Download from FTP Server
* Synchronizie
* [[Send File by Email]]

===[[Server Client|Server/Client]]===
* Connect/Disconnet
* Import Map
* Check Out Selected Objects
* Check in Selected Objects
* Show Checked Out Objects
* Generate Map Preview

===View===
* Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites)
* Define View Mode Loop
* Next View Mode in Loop
* [[Keyline]]
* [[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]
* Show WGS84 Grid
* [[Show Rulers]]
* [[Ruler Guides]]

===[[Select]]===
* Select All
* Clear Selection
* Save Selection
* Reload Selection
* Edit Selection

===Object===
* [[Crop Objects]]
* [[Move Parallel with Distance]]
* [[Reshape]]
* [[Interpolate Objects]]
* [[Move and Duplicate]]
* [[Convert to Layout Object]]
* [[Topology]]:
: -Select Duplicate Objects
: -Select Self-Intersected Objects
: -Create Point Objects at Line Ends
: -Close Area Objects
: -Remove Overshoots and Undershoots
: -Insert Intersections
* [[Create Color Gradient]]
* [[Generalize Buildings]]
* [[Group and Ungroup]]
* [[Insert Glyphs]]

===Symbol===
* [[Symbol Information]]
* [[Protect Image Objects]]

===Map===
* [[Create WGS84 Grid]]
* Center Map to Drawing Area

===[[Layout|Layout]]===
* [[Layout#Edit_Layout_Objects|Edit Layout Objects]]
* [[Layout#Import_Layout|Import Layout]]
* [[Layout#Save_Layout|Save Layout]]
* [[Layout|Protect]]
* [[Layout|Hide]]
* [[Layout|Add North Arrow or Scale Bar]]
* [[Layout|Add Map Legend]]

===Database===
* Linked Objects without Corresponding Record

===Background Map===
* WMS - Web Map Service

===[[DEM]]===
* [[DEM#Import|Import]]
* [[DEM#Merge_DEM|Merge DEM]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference|Calculate DEM Difference]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient|Calculate Slope Gradient]]
* [[DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height|Classify Vegetation Height]]

===GPS===
* [[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to "TruPulse 360°B" Laser Distance Meter]]

===Options===
* [[Backup and Restore Options]]

==Other new features==
* [[Life preview]]
* [[Snapping]]
* Easier creating of symbol icons
* Colored color combo box in symbol editor
* Drag and drop colors in the table
* Import GML
* [[OCAD Internet Map|OIM]] with HTML and JavaScript

Previous Chapter: [[ About this Manual]]

Next Chapter: [[Graphical User Interface]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

What is New

2011-11-07T16:49:31Z

80.238.236.166: /* Layout */

==Revised features in the menu==

===File===
* Map Sharing
* Upload to FTP Server
* Download from FTP Server
* Synchronizie
* [[Send File by Email]]

===[[Server Client|Server/Client]]===
* Connect/Disconnet
* Import Map
* Check Out Selected Objects
* Check in Selected Objects
* Show Checked Out Objects
* Generate Map Preview

===View===
* Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites)
* Define View Mode Loop
* Next View Mode in Loop
* [[Keyline]]
* [[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]
* Show WGS84 Grid
* [[Show Rulers]]
* [[Ruler Guides]]

===[[Select]]===
* Select All
* Clear Selection
* Save Selection
* Reload Selection
* Edit Selection

===Object===
* [[Crop Objects]]
* [[Move Parallel with Distance]]
* [[Reshape]]
* [[Interpolate Objects]]
* [[Move and Duplicate]]
* [[Convert to Layout Object]]
* [[Topology]]:
: -Select Duplicate Objects
: -Select Self-Intersected Objects
: -Create Point Objects at Line Ends
: -Close Area Objects
: -Remove Overshoots and Undershoots
: -Insert Intersections
* [[Create Color Gradient]]
* [[Generalize Buildings]]
* [[Group and Ungroup]]
* [[Insert Glyphs]]

===Symbol===
* [[Symbol Information]]
* [[Protect Image Objects]]

===Map===
* [[Create WGS84 Grid]]
* Center Map to Drawing Area

===[[Layout|Layout]]===
* [[Layout#Edit_Layout_Objects|Edit Layout Objects]]
* [[Layout#Import_Layout|Import Layout]]Import Layout
* [[Layout#Save_Layout|Save Layout]]Save Layout
* [[Layout|Protect]]Protect
* [[Layout|Hide]]
* [[Layout|Add North Arrow or Scale Bar]]
* [[Layout|Add Map Legend]]

===Database===
* Linked Objects without Corresponding Record

===Background Map===
* WMS - Web Map Service

===[[DEM]]===
* [[DEM#Import|Import]]
* [[DEM#Merge_DEM|Merge DEM]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference|Calculate DEM Difference]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient|Calculate Slope Gradient]]
* [[DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height|Classify Vegetation Height]]

===GPS===
* [[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to "TruPulse 360°B" Laser Distance Meter]]

===Options===
* [[Backup and Restore Options]]

==Other new features==
* [[Life preview]]
* [[Snapping]]
* Easier creating of symbol icons
* Colored color combo box in symbol editor
* Drag and drop colors in the table
* Import GML
* [[OCAD Internet Map|OIM]] with HTML and JavaScript

Previous Chapter: [[ About this Manual]]

Next Chapter: [[Graphical User Interface]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

What is New

2011-11-07T16:46:36Z

80.238.236.166: /* Layout */

==Revised features in the menu==

===File===
* Map Sharing
* Upload to FTP Server
* Download from FTP Server
* Synchronizie
* [[Send File by Email]]

===[[Server Client|Server/Client]]===
* Connect/Disconnet
* Import Map
* Check Out Selected Objects
* Check in Selected Objects
* Show Checked Out Objects
* Generate Map Preview

===View===
* Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites)
* Define View Mode Loop
* Next View Mode in Loop
* [[Keyline]]
* [[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]
* Show WGS84 Grid
* [[Show Rulers]]
* [[Ruler Guides]]

===[[Select]]===
* Select All
* Clear Selection
* Save Selection
* Reload Selection
* Edit Selection

===Object===
* [[Crop Objects]]
* [[Move Parallel with Distance]]
* [[Reshape]]
* [[Interpolate Objects]]
* [[Move and Duplicate]]
* [[Convert to Layout Object]]
* [[Topology]]:
: -Select Duplicate Objects
: -Select Self-Intersected Objects
: -Create Point Objects at Line Ends
: -Close Area Objects
: -Remove Overshoots and Undershoots
: -Insert Intersections
* [[Create Color Gradient]]
* [[Generalize Buildings]]
* [[Group and Ungroup]]
* [[Insert Glyphs]]

===Symbol===
* [[Symbol Information]]
* [[Protect Image Objects]]

===Map===
* [[Create WGS84 Grid]]
* Center Map to Drawing Area

===[[Layout|Layout]]===
* [[Layout#Edit_Layout_Objects|Edit Layout Objects]]
* Import Layout
* Save Layout
* Add Layout Image
* Move Layout Image
* Protect
* Hide
* Add Map Legend

===Database===
* Linked Objects without Corresponding Record

===Background Map===
* WMS - Web Map Service

===[[DEM]]===
* [[DEM#Import|Import]]
* [[DEM#Merge_DEM|Merge DEM]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference|Calculate DEM Difference]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient|Calculate Slope Gradient]]
* [[DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height|Classify Vegetation Height]]

===GPS===
* [[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to "TruPulse 360°B" Laser Distance Meter]]

===Options===
* [[Backup and Restore Options]]

==Other new features==
* [[Life preview]]
* [[Snapping]]
* Easier creating of symbol icons
* Colored color combo box in symbol editor
* Drag and drop colors in the table
* Import GML
* [[OCAD Internet Map|OIM]] with HTML and JavaScript

Previous Chapter: [[ About this Manual]]

Next Chapter: [[Graphical User Interface]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

What is New

2011-11-07T16:34:30Z

80.238.236.166: /* DEM */

==Revised features in the menu==

===File===
* Map Sharing
* Upload to FTP Server
* Download from FTP Server
* Synchronizie
* [[Send File by Email]]

===[[Server Client|Server/Client]]===
* Connect/Disconnet
* Import Map
* Check Out Selected Objects
* Check in Selected Objects
* Show Checked Out Objects
* Generate Map Preview

===View===
* Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites)
* Define View Mode Loop
* Next View Mode in Loop
* [[Keyline]]
* [[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]
* Show WGS84 Grid
* [[Show Rulers]]
* [[Ruler Guides]]

===[[Select]]===
* Select All
* Clear Selection
* Save Selection
* Reload Selection
* Edit Selection

===Object===
* [[Crop Objects]]
* [[Move Parallel with Distance]]
* [[Reshape]]
* [[Interpolate Objects]]
* [[Move and Duplicate]]
* [[Convert to Layout Object]]
* [[Topology]]:
: -Select Duplicate Objects
: -Select Self-Intersected Objects
: -Create Point Objects at Line Ends
: -Close Area Objects
: -Remove Overshoots and Undershoots
: -Insert Intersections
* [[Create Color Gradient]]
* [[Generalize Buildings]]
* [[Group and Ungroup]]
* [[Insert Glyphs]]

===Symbol===
* [[Symbol Information]]
* [[Protect Image Objects]]

===Map===
* [[Create WGS84 Grid]]
* Center Map to Drawing Area

===[[Layout|Layout]]===
* Edit Layout Objects
* Import Layout
* Save Layout
* Add Layout Image
* Move Layout Image
* Protect
* Hide
* Add Map Legend

===Database===
* Linked Objects without Corresponding Record

===Background Map===
* WMS - Web Map Service

===[[DEM]]===
* [[DEM#Import|Import]]
* [[DEM#Merge_DEM|Merge DEM]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference|Calculate DEM Difference]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient|Calculate Slope Gradient]]
* [[DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height|Classify Vegetation Height]]

===GPS===
* [[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to "TruPulse 360°B" Laser Distance Meter]]

===Options===
* [[Backup and Restore Options]]

==Other new features==
* [[Life preview]]
* [[Snapping]]
* Easier creating of symbol icons
* Colored color combo box in symbol editor
* Drag and drop colors in the table
* Import GML
* [[OCAD Internet Map|OIM]] with HTML and JavaScript

Previous Chapter: [[ About this Manual]]

Next Chapter: [[Graphical User Interface]]

Back to [[Main Page]]

What is New

2011-11-07T16:34:03Z

80.238.236.166: /* DEM */

==Revised features in the menu==

===File===
* Map Sharing
* Upload to FTP Server
* Download from FTP Server
* Synchronizie
* [[Send File by Email]]

===[[Server Client|Server/Client]]===
* Connect/Disconnet
* Import Map
* Check Out Selected Objects
* Check in Selected Objects
* Show Checked Out Objects
* Generate Map Preview

===View===
* Draft Mode (Only Background Map Favorites)
* Define View Mode Loop
* Next View Mode in Loop
* [[Keyline]]
* [[Zoom Navigation|Zoom to Selected Objects]]
* Show WGS84 Grid
* [[Show Rulers]]
* [[Ruler Guides]]

===[[Select]]===
* Select All
* Clear Selection
* Save Selection
* Reload Selection
* Edit Selection

===Object===
* [[Crop Objects]]
* [[Move Parallel with Distance]]
* [[Reshape]]
* [[Interpolate Objects]]
* [[Move and Duplicate]]
* [[Convert to Layout Object]]
* [[Topology]]:
: -Select Duplicate Objects
: -Select Self-Intersected Objects
: -Create Point Objects at Line Ends
: -Close Area Objects
: -Remove Overshoots and Undershoots
: -Insert Intersections
* [[Create Color Gradient]]
* [[Generalize Buildings]]
* [[Group and Ungroup]]
* [[Insert Glyphs]]

===Symbol===
* [[Symbol Information]]
* [[Protect Image Objects]]

===Map===
* [[Create WGS84 Grid]]
* Center Map to Drawing Area

===[[Layout|Layout]]===
* Edit Layout Objects
* Import Layout
* Save Layout
* Add Layout Image
* Move Layout Image
* Protect
* Hide
* Add Map Legend

===Database===
* Linked Objects without Corresponding Record

===Background Map===
* WMS - Web Map Service

===[[DEM]]===
* [[DEM#Import|Import]]
* [[DEM#Merge_DEM Merge DEM]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_DEM_Difference Calculate DEM Difference]]
* [[DEM#Calculate_Slope_Gradient Calculate Slope Gradient]]
* [[DEM#Classify_Vegetation_Height Classify Vegetation Height]]

===GPS===
* [[Connect to Laser Distance Meter|Connect to "TruPulse 360°B" Laser Distance Meter]]

===Options===
* [[Backup and Restore Options]]

==Other new features==
* [[Life preview]]
* [[Snapping]]
* Easier creating of symbol icons
* Colored color combo box in symbol editor
* Drag and drop colors in the table
* Import GML
* [[OCAD Internet Map|OIM]] with HTML and JavaScript

Previous Chapter: [[ About this Manual]]

Next Chapter: [[Graphical User Interface]]

Back to [[Main Page]]