Styling Data

Maps help you understand data better by visualizing it in different ways. In GeoNode, each dataset gets a Default Style based on its content. When uploading a dataset, a default style is created automatically — which you can adjust to best tell your data’s story.

Step 1: Open the Styles Panel

1. On the Datasets page, click View to open your dataset.

2. In the top navigation bar, click Edit → Edit Style.

3. The Styles Panel will open, showing the default style and editing tools.

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Step 2: Edit the Style

1. In the Visual Editor, you can adjust style attributes and define styling rules.

2. Use the 3-dot menu next to the default rule to select Classification style.

3. Choose your preferred:

   • Color ramp
   • Classification attribute
   • Interval method & size
   • Outline color & width

4. To save your style changes, click Apply.

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Step 3: Preview the Dataset

Click Go back to ... to view your updated dataset.

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You can also upload a custom style via Edit → Upload Style using an SLD file.

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Next up: Learn how to upload documents to GeoNode to include reports, notes, and supporting files alongside your datasets.