# To key in a line

1. Tap and select Key in / Line.

   Alternatively, if you are creating a line from two points, you can select the points in the map and then from the tap and hold menu select Key in line.

2. Enter the name of the line and, if required, the code for the line.
3. Select the point(s) to define the line. See To enter a point name.
4. Define the line using one of the following methods:
   - Two point method
   - Bearing-distance from a point method
5. Tap Calc.
6. Tap Store.

Two point method

1. In the Method field, select Two points.

2. Select the start point (1) and end point (2).

3. Enter values for the Start station and the Station interval.

Bearing-distance from a point method

1. In the Method field, select Brng‑dist from a point.

2. Enter the name of the start point (1), the azimuth (2), and the length of line (3).

3. Enter the Grade between the start and end points.
4. To change how distances are calculated, tap Options. See Cogo settings.
5. Enter values for the Start station and the Station interval.