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Quickstart: 5-Minute Tutorial

Follow these quick steps to upload your first dataset and publish a map in GeoNode.

Step 1: Go to All Resources

  1. Navigate to the All Resources page.

  2. Click the Add Resource button.

  3. Select Upload Dataset from the dropdown.


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You can also upload datasets from the Datasets page.


Add Resource
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Step 2: Upload a Dataset

  1. On the Upload a Dataset page, click Select files....

  2. Choose a supported file type from your computer (e.g. SHP, GeoJSON).

  3. Click Upload. A progress bar will show the status.

  4. When done, click View to open your uploaded dataset.


Upload Dataset
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Step 3: Create a Map

  1. In the top navigation bar, click Resource > Save As...
  2. Enter a name and description for your map.
  3. Click Save.


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Maps can also be created from the All Resources and Maps pages.


Save Map
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Step 4: Find Your Map

Your saved map will now appear under both the All Resources and Maps pages.


New Map
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Next up: Learn how to navigate and interact with the GeoNode Dashboard for a seamless user experience.