🌍 Qgis2OnlineMap
Launch Dashboard

QGIS Plugin Reference

This guide describes the options available in the Qgis2OnlineMap QGIS plugin, structured identically to the plugin's tab-based interface.

1. Projects Tab

The primary view where you can see all maps currently hosted on your account.

Map List & Status

A table displaying your projects. The Online column shows a green 🟢 or red 🔴 indicator, representing the live status of the map as configured in your dashboard.

Refresh List Button

Syncs the local table with your online dashboard. Use this if you've recently uploaded a map or changed settings in your browser.

Manage on Web Button

Instantly opens your main Web Dashboard in your default browser for advanced project administration.

Row Actions

Each row in the table provides three quick-access buttons:

  • 👁️ View: Opens the live URL of that specific map in your browser.
  • 🔗 Copy: Copies the public viewer link to your clipboard.
  • 🔄 Update: Allows you to select a new folder or zip to overwrite the existing map files while keeping the same URL.

2. Publish Map Tab

The interface for sending new QGIS exports to the cloud.

Source Selection

Choose between Folder (pointing to the raw directory generated by your export plugin) or Zip Archive (if you have already compressed your files).

Naming your Map

The Map Title field is the display name of your project. The plugin will attempt to auto-populate this based on your folder name, but you can override it here.

Drag & Drop Area

The large dashed area is interactive. You can drag a folder or a .zip file directly from your computer's file explorer into this zone to instantly select it for publishing.

Publish Action

The final step. Clicking this will zip your files (if a folder was selected) and perform a secure background upload. A progress modal will appear to track the transfer.

3. Settings Tab

Utility and authentication configurations for the plugin.

Login via Web Browser

The secure way to connect your QGIS instance to your account. It opens a browser window where you authenticate; once done, a secure access key is automatically sent back to the plugin.

Session Management

Displays your current connection status. The Logout button clears the stored access keys from your QGIS settings, ensuring no one can upload from your machine without re-authenticating.

Appearance & Theme

Includes a Use custom theme checkbox. When checked, the plugin uses the Qgis2OnlineMap color palette and modern UI widgets. Uncheck it if you prefer the standard, native look of your operating system's QGIS environment.