The ability to create identical annotations across different maps is essential for accurate change-over-time mapping. If you monitor stockpiles or site changes on a frequent basis, copying annotations ensures you measure the exact same area across different dates.
Overview
This feature allows you to copy existing annotations from one map to another or duplicate an annotation within the same map for quick editing.
Availability
Available for all paid DroneDeploy subscriptions.
Accessible via the webapp and mobile app.
Copying annotations to a different map
Follow these steps to move annotations between different map dates within the same project.
Open your project in DroneDeploy and navigate to the map containing the original annotations.
Select the annotations you want to copy from the Annotations list.
Click the Copy option at the bottom of the menu.
Open the drop-down menu in the Copy Annotations field.
Select Copy selected annotations to and choose the destination map date.
Importing annotations from a previous map
You can also pull annotations from a previous flight into your current view.
Navigate to the current map where you want the annotations to appear.
Open the Annotations tab.
Select Import annotations from the menu at the bottom.
Choose the source map date and select the desired annotations.
Duplicating annotations on the same map
Use this method to create a copy of an annotation within your current map view.
Click on the specific annotation on the map to highlight it.
Click the Duplicate button located at the top of the left side panel.
The system automatically creates an identical annotation on the map.
Considerations
Ensure you select the correct map dates before confirming the copy to avoid data fragmentation.
Copying annotations is most effective when comparing the same area, location, and volume for change-over-time calculations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I copy annotations between different projects?
A: Currently, annotations can only be copied or imported between different map dates within the same project.
Q: Do duplicated annotations keep the same volume measurements?
A: Yes, the duplicated annotation will initially carry the same parameters as the original until you modify its boundaries.
V2.2