Loading waypoints is very similar to loading a track. Click File A, Load from File and then Load Waypoint from file. Select B the sample .wpt file

 

This file contains 5 waypoints, A. The waypoints should be placed on the sample map loaded earlier. Hold the cursor over waypoint number 1. Notice details B appear.

 

Click A, View then select List and then Waypoint List from the menus. The Waypoint List Box appears. B shows details from each waypoints properties.

 

 

Waypoint Properties. A  Name shows on GPS unit with C showing Name and Symbol selected. B defines symbol and D brings up the Edit Position window.

 

 

Under the View menu select Distance between Waypoints. This is a great tool for determining distance from boat position to target. Highlight two waypoints B and A shows the distance.

 

 

The attachment button of the Waypoint Properties window (two frames above) allows the attachment of on-site pictures.

 

 

Download Files and Link page: Download Files, Links

Getting Started: Loading and calibrating maps

Track Load: Load track send to GPS

Working with Waypoints: This Page