This video shows you how to use the Indigenous Protected Areas (IPA) mapping tool to map your project site as part of a grant application.
You’ll learn how to:
- draw and edit your proposed project site on the map
- save your map and generate the correct link for your application
- download and upload KML files if you need to edit your map later
- access help and support if you run into technical issues
At the end of the video, you’ll know how to save your final map link in a Word document and attach it to your grant application.
This video is designed for applicants applying for Indigenous Protected Areas funding who need to map their proposed project site accurately.
Video transcript
0:00 Welcome.
0:01 In this video, we’ll guide you through mapping your project site for your grant application.
0:06 The first step is to find your project location on the map.
0:10 You can do this by typing the address or the name of a nearby town or street into the search box at the top left of the screen.
0:17 The tool will suggest a list of locations.
0:19 Click the option that’s closest to your project site to adjust the map.
0:24 Click the hand tool at the top of the screen.
0:27 Click and hold your mouse while dragging the map left, right, up or down.
0:32 Release the mouse when the area of interest is centred.
0:35 You can also use the controls found in the bottom right of the screen.
0:40 Zoom in as close as possible for accuracy.
0:43 To zoom in or out, use the plus and minus buttons in the bottom right corner or scroll your mouse wheel.
0:49 The map includes several context layers showing already protected areas.
0:53 To show or hide A layer, click the square next to its name in the layer list on the right side of the screen.
1:00 You can also hide the legend if you prefer a cleaner view.
1:03 To switch the base to satellite imagery, click the white satellite button below the map title.
1:09 To return to the default map view, click Map.
1:12 To draw your project site, start by clicking the drawing tool at the top of the screen.
1:18 Your cursor will change to a cross.
1:20 Click once to set your first point.
1:22 Move to the next corner and click again.
1:25 Continue clicking at each corner until you return to the starting point.
1:30 This closes the shape and creates your project area.
1:33 A popup will appear showing the area and perimeter.
1:37 Add a title for your site here and press OK To adjust your site.
1:42 Click the hand tool.
1:44 White dots move main points, grey dots allow finer adjustments.
1:48 Click and drag to reshape.
1:51 To delete a shape, click inside the shaded area, then click the red Delete button.
1:56 You can also start over by clicking Delete All Mapping at the bottom left.
2:00 Warning deleting cannot be undone.
2:04 Once you’re happy with your mapping, click Save Mapping.
2:07 Copy the map link and paste it into a Word document.
2:11 Save this Word document and attach it to your application.
2:15 Only use Copy the URL from the popup screen that appears when you click Save Mapping.
2:20 The link in your browser address bar will not save the mapped area.
2:24 You can also use this link to return to your mapping and make edits if required.
2:29 To do so, you copy and paste the link into your browser.
2:33 After editing, click Save Mapping so that the changes are saved.
2:38 You can download your map as a KML file for your records by pressing the blue download button.
2:44 You can also use the downloaded KML to edit your project area.
2:48 You can upload a KML file by clicking Load from File KML at the bottom left.
2:53 A file navigation box will appear.
2:56 Select your file, click open and wait for the message Successfully loaded KML file.
3:02 To edit the KML file area, use the hand tool to drag the points to their new location.
3:08 Make sure to save the link into a Word document for your application.
3:13 The Help button at the bottom of the screen will open a Quick guide on using the mapping tool that can be printed.
3:19 If you need help with technical issues, contact the Community Grants Hub.
3:24 If you have questions on how to use the mapping tool, please book a one on one session with Wombat Creative.
3:29 Details on how to book are in the Mapping Tool Help Guide available for download on Grant Connect.
