Getting Started
The Getting Started video is 8 minutes well spent - it will show you everything you need to know to start exploring 1map, even if you're completely new to GIS.
The Getting Started video is 8 minutes well spent - it will show you everything you need to know to start exploring 1map, even if you're completely new to GIS.
Basic use of 1map is free to all users. This includes viewing publicly available cadastre and aerial photography and 1map proprietary data such as the 1map Street Address Database, arguably the most reliable street address point database currently available in South Africa, as well as limited printing, exporting and editing functionality. However, in order to access more advanced functionality, such as full colour printing of up to A0, custom layer importing, extensive exporting, viewing and downloading SG diagrams, API access, etc. you would need to upgrade to a monthly subscription that suits your needs.
There are a variety of ways in which users can search for the property or area that they are interested in. In the Search accordion menu, under “Search Using”, select how you want to search.
What you see on 1map is not just a picture, but a visual representation of data. We make it easy to access the most frequently used property information.
The LPI code, also known as the "SG 21 key", is the unique reference number of a land parcel, almost like the ID number that every person is issued with.
The number is made up as follows:
1map makes it easier and faster than ever before to gain access to the technical diagrams that you need.
To zoom in on the image, use the Stretch or Zoom button in the top right corner of the diagram. You can also use your mouse wheel to zoom in or out.
Spatial information is displayed as layers.
Spatial data is displayed visually as layers. Read more about layers in our article
Ogres, Onions, and GIS.Take note:Only 1 base layer can be visible at any time. Also, only 1 layer can be active at any time.
The Active Workspace defines the layers that are available during your current session.You can choose a different set of layers, or create an alternative combination of layers using the Workspace feature.
Take note:The Available Layers list contains all layers that the user is authorized to view. The Current Workspace Layers list contains all layers that will form part of the workspace currently being edited.
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Take note: Workspaces automatically revert back to their last saved state when you log out or select a different workspace. To keep any changes that you have made to your workspace, you must save the workspace. The default workspace can however not be changed, as it is a generic workspace created for all users.
In the top right corner of the workspace panel, there is a star. If the star is filled with grey, the current workspace is already the startup workspace.
Open the bookmarks tab next to the Map Layers tab in the Map Layers accordion menu on the right of the screen by clicking on it.
The toolbar is full of useful features to make your life easier, and your work more productive.
The Current Position function allows you zoom to your current location.
Take note:If you do not see the Google Street View icon on the right of your menu bar, but a button with three horizontal stripes, click the button to open up more options and select the Street View icon.
The MapShot function allows you to save your current map view as an image file.
1map lets users create and download PDF copies of maps, perfect for reports, large-format printing, etc.
The print area is determined by specifying criteria within a selected spatial layer.
Print area is determined by the current view on the pc screen.
Print area is determined by a selection area drawn on the screen.
Take Note:Google layers are proprietary and may not be printed.
The 1map portal allows users to download spatial features for use in desktop GIS applications such as QGIS or ArcGIS.
The export area is determined by specifying criteria within a selected spatial layer.
Export area is determined by the current view on the pc screen.
Export area is determined by a selection area drawn on the screen.
The 1map portal allows users to import spatial data and display it as a private or shared layer. This data can also be edited and viewed just like any other 1map layers.
Take Note:The file to be imported should be compressed as a Zip file, contain only one layer, and contain only files (not folders). It is important to remember that “a spatial file” actually consists of multiple files. All the files that make up the spatial file to be imported should be included in the zip file. For the following spatial files, the following files should all be included:
- ESRI Shape File: (*.shp, *.shx, *.dbf, *.prj)
- MapInfo TAB: (*.tab, *.dat, *.map, *.id, *.ind)
- MapInfo MID/MIF: (*.mid, *.mif)
Example:Go to the file location of an ESRI Shape file (e.g. “My_Layer) that you would like to import. Select My_Layer.shp, My_Layer.shx, My_Layer.dbf, and My_Layer.prj. Right click, and select “Add to Zip”. You now have a Shape File that you can import.
One of the most powerful features of the 1map Online GIS for organisations is the fact that multiple users collaborate on the same central database, which means you never have to walk to your colleagues again with a flash drive to share data - it's all available at your fingertips!
1map Collaborate empowers teams and organizations to effectively communicate and work together with GIS as the foundation of the discussion. This allows for communication on spatial data issues, incident reporting, etc.
Pro Tip:To ensure that the recipient is able to accurately, appropriately and efficiently respond to your MapBall, enter a description detailing all information that the recipient needs to address the issue raised in the MapBall.
Take Note:The default filter is set to only view Non-Completed Topics. This allows users to manage their workflows without being distracted by items already addressed.
1map enables users to create and edit their spatial and attribute information online, streamlining your workflow and improving the data currency of your organisational GIS.
Take Note:Editing is only available in certain layers, and only for authorized users. To experiment with 1map’s online editing functionality, the 1map Sandbox layers have been made available for all users.
Use this when correcting street name data, where you want to assign certain attribute information to multiple features.
Pro Tip:Select multiple items by holding downCTRL on your keyboard while selecting, or perform a radial select by holding down theCTRL button on your keyboard and clicking and dragging a circle radius on your screen.
Users can attach multi-media attachments such as documents and images to their spatial objects, and manage them in the GIS.