New Map from X,Y

Use the New Map dialog to finalize creating a new blank map based on the X,Y data range specified.

New Map dialog options

Map name

Specify the name of the new map.

Map template

Select a standard template to be used to define the map layout. The map layout includes the media size, map margins and basic map drawing style. The [Templates] button will enable you to modify existing templates and add your own new templates.

Map scale

Specify the desired map scale. If left blank, a default scale will be calculated to fit the data range to the specified template.

The [Scale] button will calculate and display the default scale, which can be modified to an appropriate scale, if desired.

Coordinate System

Displays the current coordinate system.

Distance unit

Displays the current distance unit.

[Templates]

Click the button to open the MAPPLOT Template Manager dialog to modify an existing template or create a new template.

Application Notes

An empty new map will be opened in your workspace.