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DifficultyintermediateAdded2027.0Statusdraft

Import GPX Command

Imports points from a Garmin GPX file.

When to use this function​

Use this function when you need to:

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Before you begin​

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Start the command​

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Procedure​

  1. Import points from Garmin into Base Camp software:

    idas-import-gpx-command screenshot

  2. Go to File – Export and export points to GPX format:

  3. To check the position being used in Base Camp, go to Options, Measurement tab and check the Position:

  4. Go to user points and check which longitude is used (displayed next to Position):

  5. Go to Civil 3D – Toolspace – Settings, right-click on the drawing name and select the Edit Drawing Settings command:

  6. Set up the correct coordinate system in the Units and Zone tab:

  7. Run the command Import GPX

  8. Browse for the GPX file

Imported points:

Expected result​

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Troubleshooting​

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