Map Your Site
Create and manage your event layout, including maps, locations, infrastructure, and sharing.
18 articles
Basics
Learn the basics of the EventLab mapping tool to help you get started
- Create a MapLearn how to create your first map in EventLab
- Switch Between Map ViewsMap views allow you to quickly switch between different base layers such as satellite imagery or drone shots. This helps you plan your event from the perspective that works best…
- Navigate the Map InterfaceLearn how to navigate the EventLab map interface and understand where everything is located. In this video, we walk through the key areas of the map interface. Understanding the layout…
- Map Drawing ToolsDrawing tools help you build and refine your event layout directly on the map. These tools allow you to add labels, measure spaces, organise objects, and manage your layout more…
- Adding Floorplans to Your MapYou can upload a floorplan as an overlay to help accurately plan your event within an existing building or venue. Floorplans can be added to any map.
- Upload GPX Files to Your MapGPX files allow you to quickly import routes directly onto your map. This is especially useful for trail runs, sporting events or any event requiring mapped courses. EventLab will automatically…
- Map Hot TipsA collection of quick tips to help you work faster when building maps in EventLab.
- Adding levels to your mapMulti-level maps allow you to plan across different floors or areas within the same venue. This is useful for hotels, convention centres, multi-storey buildings, or any event where you need…
Creating & Editing Your Map
Learn how to build and refine your event layout in EventLab.
- Add & Edit Map ObjectsObjects allow you to build your event layout by placing infrastructure, equipment, and key elements onto your map. You can move, group, and customise objects, as well as manage their…
- Create and Use Map LocationsLocations help you organise your event layout and keep everything structured. By defining areas on your map, you can group equipment, allocate tasks, and filter information more easily.
- Add & Manage Map FencingFencing allows you to define boundaries, manage crowd flow, and plan infrastructure across your event. You can draw fencing directly on your map, calculate total length, and determine how many…
- Additional Map Tools | Personnel, Shapes, Routes/Roads, Signs & MoreEventLab includes additional map tools that help you add detail, improve communication, and complete your event layout. These tools include shapes, personnel, routes, roads, signs, markers, and the object library.
- Marquee BuilderThe Marquee Builder allows you to create custom marquee layouts with configurable bays, walls, flooring, and structure types directly on your map.
- Managing Object Types - Favourites and Hidden ObjectsEventLab allows you to customise your object library to make commonly used items easier to access and reduce clutter for your team.
Views, Collaboration & Outputs
Learn how to filter, share, and export your maps to collaborate more effectively with your team.
- Map Filters & ViewsFilters and views allow you to control what information is shown on your map. This makes it easier to focus on specific details and share only relevant information with your…
- Sharing MapsSharing allows you to send a live, view-only link of your map to your team or contractors. This makes it easy to collaborate and ensure everyone is working from the…
- Exporting MapsExporting allows you to create a high-quality image of your map to share with your team, contractors, or stakeholders. This is perfect for operational planning, site packs, and printed documents.
- Map AnnotationsAnnotations allow your team to leave comments, questions, and feedback directly on your event maps. They are useful for tracking changes, requesting updates, and collaborating with team members without needing…