Direction line
The start point, angle and length determine how the bearing runs across the map.
Manual
Bearing
A bearing draws a direction line from a selected start point using a defined angle and line length.
Start point
Use a map point, coordinates, a saved object or the current GPS position as the origin.
GPS and compass
For a bearing from your position, sensor quality, device alignment and the selected north reference affect the result.
Intersections
Intersect a bearing with another bearing or a circle and save a calculated intersection as a marker.
Workflow
Transfer a direction to the map
- Open Tools and select Bearing.
- Choose the start point and enter the angle and line options, or obtain the direction from GPS and compass.
- Check the line and, when useful, intersect it with another suitable object.
Accuracy and limits
Account for sensors and reference systems
A phone compass is not a surveying instrument. Magnetic interference, device position, GPS accuracy, map alignment and north reference can shift the line; verify important results in the field.
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