To import GIS data into SMS, use the following steps:
| 1. SMS project setup.
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| 1. Start SMS, or clear existing projects in SMS.
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- If SMS is already running, select File | Delete All.
- A new project can also be started by using CTRL + N.
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| 2. Import data.
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- Load shapefiles.
- Load additional data, such MIF/MID files.
- Load GIS Layers.
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| 3. Add properties.
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- Join table data properties.
- Set projections.
- Define mapping properties.
- Manage GIS layers.
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| 4. Convert data.
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- Interpolate date to scatter module, grid module, mesh module, or map coverage.
- Convert shapefiles to feature objects or TINs.
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