Importing a New Symbol

The set of built-in symbols can be extended by importing a file that contains the description of a new symbol.

The prompt for a new symbol name and file

This dialog is displayed when the File/Import symbol menu option is selected. It allows a new symbol to be imported for use as a marker for locations on the map. Both the symbol name and the file name must be specified. The file name may be typed in directly, or the “Browse” button can be used to find and select the desired file.

Symbol names are case-sensitive. Any built-in symbol can be re-defined by loading a new symbol file and using the same name as a built-in symbol.

Symbol files must be in the X bitmap format (.xbm), which defines a monochrome bitmap. The color to be used for selected marker symbols is specified separately, either via the Map/settings menu item or the default setting in a configuration file.