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Practice

Mark Areas

Capture areas by GPS, map point or coordinate, edit them later and calculate post/fence estimates in Pro.

Workflow

Typical Flow

Use these steps to complete the workflow on the map.

  1. Step 1Open area mode
  2. Step 2Set points or use current location
  3. Step 3Check area, perimeter and display
  4. Step 4Optionally use search grid or coverage

Update

Edit areas later

Polygon areas do not need to be redrawn when one vertex needs a more accurate position. Editing shows distances and angles so corrections remain understandable.

  1. Open the area in the object browser or through object details and switch to editing.
  2. Move existing vertices or add points when the boundary needs to be represented more accurately.
  3. Use side lengths, interior angles and distances to correct the shape in a controlled way.

Posts & Fence

Post and fence estimate for areas and circles (Pro)

In Pro, ArxSilex MapTools can calculate a post and fence estimate for areas and circular areas. Open the details of an area or circle and tap Post / Fence.

Inputs

Enter the desired post spacing and the number of strands. The default values are 5 m post spacing and 3 strands.

Result

The app estimates fence length, number of posts and required strand length. For areas, each edge also shows how many intermediate posts are needed and which actual spacing results.

Note

The calculation is an estimate. Actual post count and strand length can vary depending on terrain, fence route and construction method. Reserves are not included.

Export

The result can be saved or shared as a TXT file.