SMS:Export Map Data in Shape Format

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Export

To export maps in shape format:

  1. Load or create an existing map
  2. Select File| Save As
  3. Select Save as type: and choose Catalog file (*.xml)
  4. In the menu item, select Shape as the format and verify the correct coverage is selected (has a check mark)
  5. Click Ok

An XML file is created which outlines the directories of the shape files.

If the coverage created is a generic 2dm, feature point and feature arc boundary condition data will also be saved.

Import

Open the saved *.xml file to import the data from the shape file.