Importing Regions
Bring in regions from Google My Maps or upload GeoJSON/KML files instead of drawing from scratch.
Why Import?
If you already have regions defined in Google My Maps, a GeoJSON file, or a KML file, you can import them directly instead of redrawing on the map. This saves time and ensures your regions match exactly.
How to Import
Go to the Import page or click "Import Regions" during forecast creation. You'll see two options:
Paste a Google My Maps URL
1. Open your map in Google My Maps
2. Copy the sharing URL from your browser
3. Paste it into the URL field on the import page
4. Click Import — the server fetches your map data and extracts the regions
You can also share import links with others by adding ?url=YOUR_MAP_URL to the import page URL.
Upload a File
1. Click the upload area or drag and drop a file
2. Supported formats: .geojson, .json, .kml
3. Maximum file size: 5MB
4. Regions are parsed and previewed immediately
What Happens Next
After import, your regions are temporarily stored and picked up by the forecast creation wizard. Navigate to Create Forecast and your imported regions will appear on the map at Step 2, ready to edit.
You can rename regions, adjust colors, modify shapes, or delete any you don't need before proceeding.