To draw a symbol, regular shape, arrow or line

 

1.Open the Draw & Measure toolbar.

2.Click one of the following tools:

The Symbol tool

The Rectangle tool

The Rounded Rectangle tool

The Oval tool

The Arrow tool (choose this if you want to draw a line)

 

The Shape Information popup opens in the top right of the workspace. It will show you the measurements of the object as you draw it.

3.Move your cursor over the position on the map where you want to start drawing the shape.

4.Click and drag to where you would like the shape to end.

5.Release the mouse button and your shape will be displayed on the map.

To change the appearance of your shape or the type of symbol used, or add or remove arrow heads from lines, double-click it. This will bring up the Symbol, Shape or Line Properties box. Please refer to Changing an object's colours and styles for details.

6.Click anywhere on the map to turn the tool off.

See also

Editing shapes and lines

Moving, sizing and rotating objects

Advanced customisation