The Mappedin Content Management System (CMS, cms.mappedin.com) has many features used to set up your map which are grouped together for ease of use. We will be referring to certain groups throughout the following articles. Here is a quick overview of the groups we use and a description of each.

For more information about any of the groups and the features they include click on one of the drop-downs below.

Tabs contain all core features such as creating locations and user analytics.

Mapping: This is where you can edit your map as well as where all of the Dashboards, Menus, Tools and Drop-downs can be found.
In the Connections Sub-Tab you can add / edit / delete connections between floors / buildings such as elevators, escalators and stairs.
In the Perspectives Sub-Tab you can add / edit / delete perspectives.
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Locations: This is where you can add / edit / delete locations and their respective data such as location state, location specific hours of operation and accompanying media.
​NOTE: If your venue uses a location sync any changes made within the Mappedin CMS will be overwritten by the synced in data.
In the Categories Sub-Tab you can add / edit / delete categories and their respective data such as description, icons and accompanying media.
In the Location Types Sub-Tab can add / edit / delete location types such as amenities, landmarks and tenants.
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Demo: This is where you can see an approximation of what your map will look like.
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Events: This is where you can add / edit / delete events and their respective data such as associated locations, active dates and accompanying media.
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Directories: This is where you can add / edit / delete directories and their respective data such as enabling ad integration, changing map orientation and adjusting branding.
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Analytics: This is a link to the MappedIn analytics page.
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Plugins: This is where you will find the Data Validator and Location Importer Sub-Tabs. In the Data Validator Sub-Tab you can see reports that include unattached locations, unconnected sections of pathing and polygon property consistency.
In the Location Importer Sub-Tab you can import a formatted CSV file which includes location data.
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Snapshots: This is where you can add / edit / delete / restore previous snapshots of the venue. This is useful if you are making large scale edits and want to create a snapshot that the venue can be restored to in the case of a mistake.
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Settings: This is where you will find the Venue and Event Types Sub-Tabs. In the Venue Sub-Tab you can add / edit / delete information such as venue address, languages and hours of operation.
In the Event Types Sub-Tab you can add / edit / delete event types and their respective data such as ad overlays, news and deals.

Found within the Mapping Tab, Dashboards contain everything you need to edit the look of your map.

This is where your venue's maps and files are managed. This will already be set-up by our team as part of the creation and launch of your map.

This is where you can edit your map geometry, style and paths. This loads by default and is where most of your map changes will be made.

This is where you can edit and render your 3D maps to reflect any changes you have made in the Maps Dashboard. This is also where you'll add logos and textures if you wish to do so.
​NOTE: Any time geometry changes are made you will need to use this mode to update the 3D map.

Found within the Mapping Tab, Menus contain standard features such as File and Edit options.

Found within the Mapping Tab, Tools contain commonly used features such as Select and Draw. Each will be described below from left to right.

Select (W) – Enter and edit data associated with polygons and nodes. You can also change colours, labels, and 3D geometry.
​Move (Y) - Move, edit, and scale polygons in bulk. While in this mode, hold Shift to select multiple polygons.
​Draw (E) – Make geometry and pathing changes.
​Canvas Bounds (T) – Apply Canvas Bounds to polygons. Canvas Bounds outline where the store name will appear when using Flat Labels, they are not required if you are using Floating Labels.
​ID (I) - Create / edit Polygon IDs.
​Split (Q) – Split polygons into smaller shapes.

Found within the Mapping Tab, Drop-downs let you navigate between floors / buildings as well as hide / lock any layer of the map.
Hiding layers can be a great way to declutter the view to ensure you are only seeing what you need to.
Locking layers can help reduce accidental changes. Good practice is lock any layer that you are not currently working on.