Users can locate a starting point by its coordinates, and then enter bearing and distance values. Arcs can be placed using a drawing tool, and shapes are defined using the mouse. It's also possible to define routes using starting and ending points, way points, and shape points. Starting and ending points can be entered using coordinates via an address or place name. When a route is entered, route directions can be produced, including travel time, based on a pre-defined rate.
Users can upload a route to a compatible GPS receiver or download a route created on a GPS receiver.
A profile, which shows elevation changes, can be produced for each route. Elevation data are derived from 3-D Topoquad data. Text notes also can be added to route locations. Use and Display XMap Geographic has a useful display that's particularly effective on laptops and other small screens. It has a special series of buttons that display various options and expand or minimize the dialog area.