Category Archives: Converting Data Formats

How to Convert Google Earth KML to ArcMap SHP?

Posted on July 10, 2009 by Dan Foster

James asks: “How do I convert KML (from Google Earth) to SHP (in ArcMap)?” ExpertGPS author Dan Foster shows how to import KML files into ExpertGPS Pro, and then export them in shapefile format to ArcMap in UTM, US State … Continue reading →

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Converting Marine Chartplotter CSV Data to GPX

Posted on July 9, 2009 by Dan Foster

Andrew H. asks: “I have track files acquired as CSV data via some custom software interfacing with a marine chart plotter that I would like to easily convert to gpx format. The important thing is I want to capture position … Continue reading →

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How to Import GPS Waypoints into AutoCAD

Posted on July 9, 2009 by Dan Foster

Wayne S. asks: “Could you please explain to me how to import waypoints from ExpertGPS into an auto cad drawing by simply pasting to coordinates if possible?” ExpertGPS author Dan Foster shows how to move points and track lines back … Continue reading →

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How to Transfer GPS Data to and from an Excel Spreadsheet

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Dan Foster

Jordan Z. asks: “The description says that Excel data can be uploaded to a GPS. Does that go the other way too? I’m mostly interested in buying a GPS and being able to export waypoints to my computer for use … Continue reading →

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Convert a GIS Trail Network to GPX for GPS Download

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Dan Foster

Robert G. asks: “I have a client who is interested in providing their trail network for users to download to their handheld GPS receivers. After searching extensively, I have not been able to find a solution to what I thought … Continue reading →

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How to Convert Garmin MapSource GDB to ESRI SHP

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Dan Foster

Drew asks: “Will your software convert from Garmin Mapsource GDB to ESRI SHP? I have a file with multiple routes in one GDB file and I need to convert them all at one time to a shapefile line dataset. This … Continue reading →

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Convert GPS Tracks into Excel Spreadsheets or CSV

Posted on May 28, 2009 by Dan Foster

Al writes: “I have a Garmin GPSMAP60CSX. I would like to create/convert the track files into spreadsheets. I can save the track file as a GPX, but I’m looking for the capability to convert that GPX file into a spreadsheet. … Continue reading →

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Converting CSV Data to KML and SHP using Excel and ExpertGPS

Posted on April 3, 2009 by Dan Foster

Arvind has a spreadsheet full of transportation routes in CSV format that he needs to be able to map. Unfortunately, the data isn’t in a standard format. Here’s how to use Excel and ExpertGPS to convert this data without any … Continue reading →

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How to convert XY coordinates from New Mexico State Plane to a Garmin GPS

Posted on March 2, 2009 by Dan Foster

Jim D. needs to convert XY coordinates from New Mexico’s state plane coordinate system into something he can send to his Garmin GPS. Dan Foster shows how to transfer State Plane Coordinates to a GPS using ExpertGPS Pro.

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Can ExpertGPS output points to MS Excel in “Name, X, Y” format?

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Dan Foster

Peter K. from Canada needs a way to export coordinate data from his GPS receiver to Microsoft Excel in a simple format: Point Name, X, Y. Dan Foster shows how to create a preset column layout in the ExpertGPS waypoint … Continue reading →

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