# Use the measure tool

The measure tool can be used to measure perimeters and areas between points on the map.

# New measurement

To create a new measurement, select the measure tool in the map screen.

Creating a new measurement with the measuring tool

# Measure perimeters

By clicking on the map screen, you create a new point. Create a line or polyline by adding more points. The associated perimeter will appear in the alternate bar on the right.

Measuring a perimeter with the measuring tool

# Measure areas

To measure an area, create a polygon by joining the last point to the first point in the shape. The area between points will be shaded in blue on the map and the area measurement will appear in the sidebar.

Measuring an area with the measuring tool

# Measurement between features

You can calculate the distance or area between features by selecting the features of a layer as points with the measurement tool.

Measuring between features with the measuring tool

# Clear measurement

Start a new measurement by clicking clear icon and selecting your new points.

# Exit measurement tool

Exit the measurement tool by clicking the exit icon in the top right corner of the alternate bar.

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