Add Data and Overlays to Your Map

You can insert a data file to be mapped, or create other types of overlay while inserting (How?) or editing (How?) a map.

You can add different types of overlays using the Overlays group in the Google^® Maps tool window.

Click Add Data & Markers to import data from a file or paste data such as regional sales. SmartDraw will use the information it gathers from your data to place markers on the map. Follow the instructions on the dialog box to add this data.

There are checkbox buttons below the Add Data & Markers button. If you check a box, outlines of each country, state, county or zip code that is checked will appear on your map.

You can select a shape quality to determine how accurate the outlines are. Reduce the quality if you notice any significant delays.

If you add markers or outlines, you can use the Background menu in the Format group to specify how much of the map is shown with respect to the outlines. You can also click the checkbox buttons to hide or show markers, overlays, and traffic.

Import the Map

Once you're done creating your map, click Import to SmartDraw to send the map to the Work Area.