Global Mapper Mobile: An Essential Tool for Data Collection | GEOTalks 2025
Learn how Global Mapper Mobile simplifies data collection and viewing for users in the field. Product Manager, Mackenzie Mills, dives into the free mobile application for both iOS and Android. Global Mapper Mobile users can connect to external GNSS and GPS receivers, create point and polygon features, and stream OpenStreetMaps data.
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Timestamps:
[00:00] - Intro
[00:33] - Mobile app designed for GIS data collection
[00:55] - Free mobile GIS application for iOS and Android users
[01:47] - Free & Pro: Global Mapper Mobile's range of features
[07:50] - Use cases - Global Mapper Mobile
[08:47] - Collect ground control points/targets to increase accuracy
[10:02] - Prepare a map in Global Mapper & transfer to a GMMP file for use in-app
[11:19] - Load the map in Global Mapper Mobile & start collecting data!
[13:24] - Save, share, and export your data with colleagues
[14:35] - A golf course land management tool
[16:22] - Map-in-hand reference with prepared data in the field
[17:34] - Trail maintenance and field data collection
[18:14] - Stream online basemap around current GPS location
[20:56] - Field data analysis - Viewshed & contour creation
[22:11] - Session wrap-up
[22:54] - Q&A: GNSS receiver compatibility
[24:10] - Q&A: Recording a track log with Global Mapper Mobile
[24:49] - Q&A: Is there a free version of Global Mapper Mobile?
[26:19] - Global Mapper & DXF files (phone storage, etc.)
[27:32] - What's the difference between the base and Pro versions of Global Mapper Mobile?
[29:01] - Wrap-up