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How To Use Our Measuring Tool

Who needs actual measuring tape anymore? With our app's handy measuring tool, you can draw your station points right on the map! 📐


  1. Open the OnStation app, and click on the project you would like to work in.
    Note: The app will open to the last project you were working in.
  2. Make sure the map icon is blue in the bottom toolbar on your screen. IMG_1695 If it is not, tap on it to select it.
  3. To access the Measuring Tool, click on the ruler button on the right-hand side of the map in the app. IMG_1722 
  4. Now it's time to start drawing. You have four different ways to draw your points.

IMG_1723 Point to Point Lines: You can draw a straight line with the top tool.  With that tool, you can use the crosshairs crosshair icon to pinpoint measurements or capture a specific station. Or you can simply tap the station's locations with your finger.

IMG_1724 Freehand Lines: You can draw your distances freehand by selecting the second tool and using your finger. 

IMG_1725 Shapes: Using the polygon shape tool, you can set your points by clicking around the map.

IMG_1726 Freehand Shapes: You can also draw the polygon shape freehand, using the bottom tool. 

Note: The readouts are available in feet, yards, miles, or acres at the top of the map.

5. Share your measurements with the copy/paste icon IMG_1728. Or you can take a screenshot.