Rectangle Tool

The quickest way to select a block or grid-shaped area. One click-and-drag is all it takes.

Preview

Drawing a rectangle on the map

Drawing a rectangle on the map.

How to Draw

Select the Tool

Rectangle tool location
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Click the rectangle button in the toolbar (top-left).

Click & Drag

Click on the map where you want one corner, hold the mouse button down, and drag to the opposite corner. The shape previews in real time.

Release to Complete

Completed rectangle
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Release the mouse button.

Set Shape Properties

After drawing, the Shape Details form appears. Use this to categorise your data for analysis.

Shape details form popup
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Fill in:

  • Title — Give it a name (e.g., "Zone 1")
  • Description — Optional notes
  • Team — Assign to a team
  • Color - Give a custom color to shape
  • Category — Residential, Commercial, etc.
Learn about managing shapes →

Done!

You've successfully created a rectangle.