Generating a Geo Reference (GeoRef) File

If GPS (global positioning system) or GIS (geographic information system) coordinates are associated with a structure record, the SDE 3.0 Tool is able to generate a KMZ (.kmz) file that can be used for geographic annotation by a geospatial image viewer. A KMZ file is a compressed version of a KML (Keyhole Markup Language) file. To begin the process, select Generate GeoFile from the SDE Main Menu, or select Import/Export > Generate Geofile on the Main Toolbar.

Screenshot of SDE Tool showing Generate Geo Reference File screen with 1) properties selected for export and 2) Generate GeoFile button highlighted.Screenshot of untitled map displaying results of KMZ export. 345 Chestnut and 301 Flatfoot are shown on the map legend, as well as on the map with place markers.
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  1. The "Generate Geo Reference File" window opens. Select each property you wish to export. Note that sorting and filtering options are available on the column headers.
  2. Select Generate GeoFile, and then select the location where you wish to save the file.

KMZ files can be viewed with Google Earth or Google Maps, among other applications.