Line Tool
The Line tool creates linear features by connecting multiple points. Lines are useful for drawing paths, routes, boundaries, rivers, or any linear feature.
How to Draw Lines
- Select a layer in the Layers panel (or create one)
- Click the Line tool in the toolbar
- Click on the map to place the starting point
- Continue clicking to add more points to the line
- Double-click to finish the line
You need at least 2 points to create a valid line. The trailing click from the double-click is automatically ignored.
Line Styling
Lines can be customized with different colors and widths:
- Stroke Color — The color of the line
- Stroke Width — Line thickness from 1 to 8 pixels
- Opacity — Transparency level from 0% to 100%
Editing Lines
To edit a line after drawing:
- Switch to the Selection tool
- Click on the line to select it
- Drag vertices to reshape the line
- Drag the line itself to move the entire feature
Line Properties
When a line is selected, the properties panel shows:
- Total length of the line
- Number of points (vertices)
- Name and description fields
- Individual styling options
Use Cases
- Hiking trails and paths
- Road networks and routes
- Property boundaries
- Rivers and waterways
- Transit lines