Change the name of a Map Layer

Change the name of a Map Layer

Method

To change the name of a Map Layer;

  1. Click on the Cog icon in the top right
  2. Click Administration
  3. Click Layers in the left-hand menu bar
  4. Select the Map Layer you want to change
  5. Click the 'pencil' icon
  6. Change the name text as required
  7. Click Save


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