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Land Parcel Numbering (Beta)

Shortcut to Launch: Shift + Alt + N

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This guide explains how to use the Land Parcel Numbering Tool effectively in QGIS for labeling land parcels interactively.

How to​

1. Starting the Tool​

  • Launch the Tool Set panel by clicking the icon or pressing the shortcut ALT + SHIFT + T. Click on LP NO
  • A new window titled "Land Parcel Numbering" will appear, displaying the map canvas.

2. Setting Up the Map​

  • Make sure the layer you want to work on is active in the QGIS Layers Panel.
  • The active layer will automatically load onto the map canvas in the tool window.

3. Assigning Parcel Numbers​

    To assign numbers to parcels:

  1. Click the "Start Numbering" tool (icon with a crosshair) from the toolbar.
  2. Click on a parcel on the map canvas.
    • The first click will assign the number 1, and subsequent clicks will continue the numbering sequence.
  3. If the parcel already has a number, you’ll see a message:
    • "😵 Hey There! You already hit me 🎯, Please try others!"

4. Adjusting Points for Numbering​

  • Use the Right Mouse Button to manually draw shapes around parcels if needed.
  • Press Ctrl + Left Click to create additional points for better precision.

5. Undoing or Redoing Changes​

  • To Undo a label assignment, press Ctrl + Z (Ctrl + Z).

  • To Redo a label assignment, press Ctrl + Y. (Ctrl + Y).

6. Zooming and Panning the Map​

  • Use the toolbar to adjust the view:
    • Zoom In/Out: Click the magnifying glass icons.
    • Pan Tool: Click the hand icon, then drag to move the map.

7. Checking Label Status​

  • Parcels with assigned numbers turn green on the map.
  • Unlabeled parcels remain in gray.

8. Saving Changes​

  • The tool automatically saves changes to the active layer.
  • You can review and edit the LPM_NO field directly in the layer’s attribute table if needed.

9. Exiting the Tool​

  • When closing the tool, a confirmation dialog will appear:
    • It shows the total number of unlabeled parcels.
    • Choose Yes to exit or No to continue numbering.

Tips for Better Results​

  • Always make sure your active layer has parcels properly digitized.
  • Avoid overlapping parcels to ensure accurate number assignment.
  • If labeling stops working, check the LPM_NO field in your layer to confirm it's present.

Enjoy seamless parcel numbering with the Land Parcel Numbering Tool! 🌟