Feature Description
A layout template is a layout with only fixed framework information. It has general professionalism and standardization. In a layout template, some key information is defined to meet the needs of dynamic information. It can be loaded into a layout, then necessary map elements can be added, and corresponding key information can be modified to complete the layout arrangement of a complete map. Layout templates are suitable for tasks with similar content and nature, such as printing cadastral maps and parcel maps in a cadastral management system. Layout templates greatly facilitate the batch production of standardized layouts with similar content, making map publication very convenient.
provides various types of layout templates, including single-sheet map templates, multi-sheet map templates, land use planning templates (horizontal + vertical), cadastral survey sheets, parcel sketches, etc., to meet the needs of different scenarios. When creating a layout using a layout template, map elements such as the map title, scale bar, compass, and geometric elements such as points, lines, and polygons contained in the template are automatically loaded into the current layout for use.
also supports the management of layout templates, including editing existing layout templates, importing/exporting templates, and grouping management of templates.
Function Entry
- Start tab -> Browse group -> Layout.
- In the workspace manager, right-click the Layout node -> New Layout.
Operation Instructions
- Using a layout template: In the New Layout window, the system-provided layout templates are arranged in sequence, including a blank layout, single-sheet map templates, multi-sheet map templates, land use planning templates, etc., totaling 26 layout templates. The following operations can be performed on layout templates:
- Edit layout groups: By default, the system divides templates into four groups: "All", "General", "Land Use", and "Others". Click the buttons of different groups to switch and view templates under the current group. The "All" group contains all layout templates.
- Add Group: Click the "Add" button to create a new group.
- Delete Group: Select the group to be deleted, right-click and choose the "Delete" button to delete the current group.
- Rename Group: Select the group to be renamed, right-click the "Rename" button to rename the current group.
- Add Layout Template: Supports adding new layout templates to a group. Click the template button of a certain group, in the current group list, select the Add Template option. The file selector opens, allowing you to select and open a *.ult layout template file to add the selected layout template to the group.
- Edit layout templates: Supports editing, exporting, and deleting existing templates.
- Edit Template: In the layout list area, select the template to edit, right-click the Edit button. The Layout Template Properties dialog box appears, allowing you to edit and modify the group, name, author, and description of the template. After modification, click the OK button to save the changes.
- Export Template: Select the template to export, right-click and choose the Export button to export the current template as a *.ult layout template file. This template file can be used for creating other layouts.
- Delete Template: Select the template to delete, right-click and choose the Delete button to delete the current template. Note: The delete operation for template files is irreversible.
- Import Template: Click the Import button. You can select and open a *.ult layout template file to create the current layout based on the loaded layout template. If the map-related datasources and datasets associated with the original layout template are different from those in the current workspace, only the compass, map title, scale bar, geometric elements such as points, lines, and polygons, as well as the map control without a filled map, will be loaded into the current layout.
- Edit layout groups: By default, the system divides templates into four groups: "All", "General", "Land Use", and "Others". Click the buttons of different groups to switch and view templates under the current group. The "All" group contains all layout templates.
- Export Layout Template: You can create a layout template according to mapping needs and save it as a *.ult layout template file for use in other layout creation.In the current layout, right-click and select Export Layout Template... or in the workspace manager -> right-click the Layout node -> Export Layout Template....
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