How to Digitizing in QGIS

Welcome to the Absolute Beginner's Guide to QGIS, a comprehensive tutorial designed to help you get started with QGIS, the popular open-source Geographic Information System (GIS) software In this series we cover the basics of QGIS article, we'll cover everything from installation to advanced space exploration techniques. Whether you are new to GIS or just getting started with QGIS, this series is perfect for you.
 
In this video, we will cover the basics of digitization in QGIS. Digitizing is the process of creating vector layers from a raster image or hardcopy map. We will examine:

• To understand different types of digital tools in QGIS
• Creating a new vector layer and establishing a digitizing environment
• Digitizing points, lines, and polygons from a raster image
• Tips and tricks for effective digitization

By the end of this video, you will be able to create your spatial data in QGIS and start creating your vector layers.

Prerequisites:

• QGIS installed (if you need help with this step, see our QGIS Download and Installation tutorial) Click Here
• Basic understanding of QGIS interfaces and navigation (see our QGIS: First Look course if you need help with this step) Click Here

Let’s get started and learn how to digitize in QGIS!