How to Create Fences and Barriers

 

⚡ Quick Answer

• Solution: Use the Draw → Barriers tool to add fences and barriers to your map. Choose from suggested options (with pre-filled names) or create a custom barrier and update its name.

• Time: 1–2 minutes

• Video: 🎥 How to Create Fences and Barriers (1:32)

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When You Need This

Use this feature when you need to mark boundaries, security fences, or designated zones within your map. Predefined barrier types (dotted, arrowed, or solid lines) help you keep maps organized and clear for teammates, vendors, and clients.

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Steps

Option 1: Use a Suggested Fence/Barrier

1. Click the Draw button – Located at the bottom or in the left menu.

2. Search for “Fence” – This brings up suggested barriers.

3. Choose a barrier style – Options include dotted, arrowed, or solid lines.

4. Draw the fence on the map – Click to place points and double-click the last point to complete it.

   • ✅ Benefit: The barrier is automatically named in your map’s area section, making it easier for others to understand.

Option 2: Create a Custom Barrier

1. Click Draw → Barriers.

2. Select “Create my own.”

3. Draw the barrier on the map as needed.

4. Update the name so it’s clear for teammates, vendors, or clients.

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Customization Tips

• Change the color: Use the left-hand panel to adjust line color.

• Edit shape: Move individual dots along the barrier to adjust its path.

• Preview barrier type: The preview window shows whether your selection is a solid line, dotted line, or arrowed line.

✅ Success Indicator: Your fence or barrier appears on the map with the correct style, color, and name.

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🎥 Video Guide

How to Create Fences and Barriers – 1:32
https://www.loom.com/share/0b5f6db802ed4e8593c1b710e3811378?sid=51bfdade-c526-4d5c-9d88-cbf8ca651ac4

What the video shows:

• Using Draw → Barriers to access suggested fence styles

• Drawing fences with multiple points and finishing with a double-click

• Creating custom barriers and updating names

• Adjusting color and editing barrier paths

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❌ If It's Not Working

• Problem: Barrier has no name → Fix: Rename custom barriers manually. Suggested ones include names by default.

• Problem: Fence looks wrong → Fix: Check the preview to confirm whether it’s solid, dotted, or arrowed.

• Problem: Can’t adjust barrier → Fix: Select the dots on the barrier line to reposition.

• Still stuck? Contact support and specify whether you used a suggested or custom barrier.

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Related

• How to Create Areas

• How to Rotate a Shape

• How to Duplicate a Shape

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Problem Context

This solves: Adding fences and barriers to maps for organization and clarity.
You'll know you need this when: You want to define boundaries or restricted zones.
Common mistake: Forgetting to rename custom barriers, leaving them unclear to staff or vendors.

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🤖 For AI Support

• Intent: User wants to create fences or barriers on a map.

• Keywords: "draw barriers," "fence," "dotted line," "arrowed line," "solid line," "create my own"

• Confidence: Use this when user asks about fences, boundaries, or barriers in the map tool.