
Download Measure map for PC
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About · Measure map on the desktop
Field surveyors, real estate professionals, and outdoor planners who work with maps on their phones often face the limits of a small screen when measuring distances across terrain. Measure map brings precise distance and area calculation to your workflow, letting you plot markers on a map and instantly see measurements in multiple units. Running Measure map on a PC transforms the experience: a full keyboard lets you input coordinates directly, a larger display shows more map context at once, and you can work through longer measurement sessions without battery concerns. The app calculates distances between points and total areas enclosed by multiple markers, outputting results in meters, kilometers, feet, miles, nautical miles, and other standard formats.

Measure map serves professionals and hobbyists who need to quantify distances and areas on maps without leaving the app. The core workflow (placing markers, reviewing measurements, and exporting results) becomes faster and more comfortable on a desktop. Below is what to expect when you first open Measure map and how the tool expands as you work through your initial measurements.
Getting Started with Your First Measurement
The opening experience is straightforward. When Measure map launches, you face a map display with standard controls. To measure a distance, click once to place the first marker, then click again to mark the second point. The app immediately displays the distance between them. If you need to measure a path across multiple waypoints, add as many markers as you require, and the application tallies the total distance along the route. To measure an area, you must place at least three markers to define a boundary, and Measure map calculates the enclosed space. The real-time calculation means results appear as soon as you add a point, so you can decide on the spot whether to refine your marker positions.
Adjusting and Fine-Tuning Marker Placement
Measure map offers two methods to reposition markers once they are set. The first is direct: touch and hold on any marker for three seconds, then drag it to a new location on the map. The second method suits users who prefer a list-based workflow. Open the Clipboard panel in the bottom-right corner to see all markers plotted on your map. Select edit mode from that panel, navigate to the specific marker you want to move, and pan the map beneath it to place it precisely. This dual approach means you can work the way that suits your task: quick adjustments via touch and drag, or careful coordinate refinement through the list interface.
Output Formats and Coordinate Systems
Measure map supports a broad range of output units:
- Distance in meters, kilometers, feet, miles, nautical miles, and yards
- Area in square meters, square kilometers, square feet, square yards, acres, hectares, and nautical miles squared
- Coordinate display in UTM and MGRS formats for geographic work
- VN2000 Coordinate Reference System support for specific regional mapping
- Map types including normal, satellite, terrain, and hybrid views for context-appropriate measurement
Sharing and Preserving Your Measurements
Once you have plotted markers and generated measurements, Measure map lets you share results and move data between tools. You can export marker lists to KML, KMZ, or CSV file formats, making it simple to import data into GIS software, share with team members, or archive your work. The app also supports importing existing marker files, so if you have past surveys or coordinate lists, you can load them into Measure map and continue working. Coordinate sharing lets you transmit your current position or specific points to colleagues or reference systems used in your field.

Install steps
Install Measure map on Windows 10/11 or macOS using BlueStacks, a free Android compatibility layer. Here is how to set it up.
Get the BlueStacks installer
Head to bluestacks.com and grab the installer matching your operating system.
Launch the installer
Open the file you downloaded and follow the prompts. The first-time install pulls a few hundred MB and usually finishes in a few minutes.
Open BlueStacks
When setup finishes the emulator launches automatically. Allow it a moment to finalize the initial configuration on first run.
Sign in to Google Play
Click the Play Store tile inside BlueStacks and sign in with a Google account so you can install apps from the official catalog.
Search for the app
Use the Play Store search bar to find the title you came for. Confirm the developer name matches before tapping install.
Install and open
Tap Install, wait for the download to complete, then launch the app from the BlueStacks home screen. Pin it to the dock for one-click access.
Download Measure map
Get the installer and follow the install steps above to run Measure map on Windows or macOS.
FAQ · Measure map
FAQ
Does Measure map work offline?
The source material does not specify offline capability. Test the app after installation to confirm whether map tiles and measurement tools function without an internet connection.
Can I search for specific locations by name?
Measure map includes a search function, though user experience with location lookup varies. Searches work best when performed from your current position. Searching for distant locations not tied to your present coordinates may not always return expected results, so you may need to manually navigate the map to the area you want to measure.
What map data does Measure map use?
The app pulls map imagery that reflects a point in time. Some users have noted that map data may not reflect the most recent changes to roads, buildings, or terrain, so cross-reference with current satellite imagery or ground truth if you are surveying actively developed areas.
How do I export my measurements for use in other software?
Measure map supports export to KML, KMZ, and CSV formats. Open the Clipboard panel, select your marker list, and use the export option to save your data in the format your GIS or mapping software requires.
Can I measure areas with irregular shapes?
Yes. Place three or more markers to define any polygon boundary, and Measure map calculates the enclosed area. You can add as many points as needed to trace complex outlines.
Does the app support coordinates in my region's reference system?
Measure map displays UTM and MGRS coordinates and supports the VN2000 Coordinate Reference System. If you work in a region with a different geodetic datum, check whether your GIS software can accept standard UTM or MGRS output from Measure map.