# Maps and models

The Map provides a rich view of all points, lines and polygons in the job, as well as:

- 3D models in linked BIM files

- points, lines and polygons in linked files

- data from background maps

Adding data to the map

You can add data to the map that is not in the job using the Layer manager. Use the Layer manager to:

- Link point files, map files, (including BIM models), scans and surface inspections to the job.

- Link background maps from a variety of sources and in various formats.

For more information, see Adding data to the map.

Viewing and reviewing items in the map

Use the view and selection tools in the map to:

- Locate and view the data in the map you are most interested in.

- Select items in the map and review information about them.

- Tap Review to review details of the selected items.

For more information, see Viewing and reviewing items in the map.

Adding points and lines to the map

From the map you can add new points, lines, and polygons to the map (and the job) using a variety of software functions:

- Measure new points, lines, and polygons using position information from the connected GNSS receiver or conventional survey instrument.

- Key in new points and lines, if needed.

- Perform measurements and calculations using Cogo functions.

- Select items in the map and use them in other software functions, for example to perform a Cogo calculation or to create a surface.

For more information, see Adding points and lines in the map.

Staking from the map

Select items in the map and stake them out using position information from the connected GNSS receiver or conventional survey instrument.

For more information, see Staking from the map.

As-built inspection

Use the inspection and comparison tools to check as-built structures against the design.

For more information, see As-built inspection.

Map toolbars

Tools on the map toolbars are referred to throughout the Maps and models section of the Trimble Access Help.

For a useful reference to all of the tools available in the map, see Map toolbars.