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Map Tools Reference

Draw Polygon
  • Use this tool to manually define a field or parcel boundary, or to exclude an obstructed or non-productive area from the productive acreage calculation
  • Click Using the Draw Polygon Tool for detailed instructions
Merge
  • Can be used to merge one or more parcels or fields
  • Combines adjacent parcels or fields into a single boundary
  • Merging parcels will disable the county assessor convenience link
  • Click Merging Fields or Parcels to view a quick demonstration
Cut
  • Must click on the parcel or field first to make this option available
  • Divides a field into multiple fields, subdivides a parcel, or isolates acreage along a field border.
  • Click Using the Cut Tool for detailed instructions
Simplify
  • Reduces the number of points on a boundary*.*
  • Note: The boundary shape may change slightly as a result.
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Delete
  • Removes a selected field or parcel.
Measure
  • Measures the distance between points in feet, yards, miles, meters, or kilometers.
  • Multiple points can be dropped and distance will be measured between each point and totaled
  • Measurements can be copied and pasted but will not be saved.
Last modified on May 22, 2026