How to Import a Plan to Mapall

In the article “How to Import a Plan to Mapall,” users will learn the step-by-step to upload and publish their projects on the Mapall portal, from the initial access to post-publication monitoring, ensuring an effective and coordinated execution.

To start importing a plan on the Mapall platform, first access www.live.mapall.com and enter your user credentials and password. After logging in, follow the steps below to import your plan successfully.

Step 1: Access the Projects Area

On the main interface of Mapall, locate in the side menu the option “Projects.” Upon clicking, you will see the options available for managing your projects. Select “Create Project” to start a new one.

Step 1_ Access the Projects Are

Step 2: Project Creation

Inside the “Create Project” section, you have the option to start a new project or choose one of the drafts listed under “Unpublished Projects.” Here we will opt for a new one, so click on “Add a Project”.

Step 2_ Project Creation

Step 3: Project Details

On the “Create new project” screen, include the project information such as Name, Order Number, Type (New Build, Survey, or Route Proving), Projected Start Date and Projected End Date. Then click on “Save Details”.

Step 3_ Project Details

Step 4: Preparation for Importing

On the map visualisation screen, locate and select the “Import plan” button. Choose between “Mapall Plan” or “External Plan”, depending on the origin of the data you wish to import.

Passo 4_ Preparação para Importação-1

Step 4_ Preparation for Importing2

Step 5: Importing Files

A new window will open, allowing you to drag and drop the desired file or use the file explorer to search for the file on your device. The file formats generally include .zip.

Step 6: Verification and Confirmation

After selecting and uploading the file, click on "Import Plan" and the platform will process the import. A success message will appear, indicating that the import was successful. Click on "Continue".

Now you can review and update the plan as necessary.

Step 6_ Verification and Confirmation

Step 7: Save the Plan

Before leaving the page, don’t forget to save the changes. Click on “Save in Mapall” to ensure that all modifications made to the plan are recorded in the system.

A notice will appear to confirm that the plan is being saved in the Mapall database and you will receive a notification by email when the process is concluded.

Step 7_ Save the Plan

Step 7_ Save the Plan2

Step 8: Processing

Once the plan is saved, you will be directed to the “Project Details” screen. At this moment, the platform may be processing the plan details. It’s possible that a message will appear instructing to reload the page if you have already received a confirmation by email.

Step 8_ Processing

Step 8_ Processing2

Step 8_ Processing3


After completing Step 8 and confirming that all the plan details have been successfully saved on the Mapall platform, we conclude the first part of our guide.

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In the next article, we will continue with the process of importing plans to the platform Mapall, moving forward to the stage of attribution and management of details, where we will detail how to designate those responsible for the project and how to manage the technical specifications for an efficient execution.


In the article "How to Import a Plan to Mapall" you have seen the essential procedures to start importing projects on the platform, covering from login to the saving of a newly imported plan.

We showed how each step is crucial to ensure that your project is set up correctly and ready to move forward to the next stages.

If you have any doubts or need additional assistance, do not hesitate to get in touch with us. We are ready to help you make the most of the Mapall!