Export to PDF with LunaMap

This tutorial explains how to export to PDF with LunaMap. The Print tool in LunaMap allows users to create and download custom PDF maps.

This tutorial explains how to export to PDF with LunaMap. The Print tool in LunaMap allows users to create and download custom PDF maps. By selecting the desired map, setting a title, description, print scale, and page layout, users can generate a professional layout.

Export to PDF

  1. On the left navbar, open the Print panel.
  2. When the print panel is open, a rectangular print area indicator appears on the map. 
  3. Select the Print Scale from the dropdown menu. This will change the size of the print area.
  4. Pan and zoom to centre the map at the desired location within the print area indicator. 
  5. In the Print settings panel, enter the following details:
    1. Provide a Map Title for the map layout.
    2. Add a Description for the map layout.
    3. Choose the Page Layout from the available options.
  6. Click on the Print Report button to download PDF of the map layout. 
  7. Note that it may take a moment for the map to be generated. 
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