LiteGIS Bio Survey User Guide
Operation manual and user guide for LiteGIS Bio Survey (mobile GIS & digital field notebook for ecological surveys). Learn everything from basic UI and icon explanations to plotting, GPS tracking, and data export.
Main Screen (Map) & Icon Functions
Overview of the main map UI and the roles of various feature icons when launching LiteGIS Bio Survey.
Point Recording
Drop a pin at your current or specified location to record point data such as species name, count, notes, and photos into the digital field notebook.
Polyline Drawing
Plot consecutively to draw and record river paths or movement routes as a single polyline dataset.
Polygon Drawing
Connect vertices of colonies or survey quadrats to record habitat ranges or target areas as polygons.
Automatic GPS Tracking
Toggle background GPS log tracking. Your walking route during surveys is drawn on the map in real-time.
Current Location Centering
Instantly center the map view on your current GPS position and follow your movement automatically.
Base Map Switching
Switch between standard maps and geographical survey maps. Displayed maps are automatically cached for offline use.
Display Filter / Search
Toggle visibility of recorded data or GPS tracks, and filter map elements by species name or district.
Basic Operation Flow
Set Up Projects, Districts, and Input Fields
Open the "Projects" tab from the bottom navigation. Select or create an active project, and freely add or customize survey districts and input fields (attributes) needed for your fieldwork.
Record Field Data (Points, Lines, Polygons)
Select plot modes (Point, Line, Polygon) from the map screen. Once a plot is confirmed, an input dialog opens where you can take field photos, fill in attributes, and tap "Save".
Automatic GPS Track Recording
Tap the footprint icon to start background GPS tracking. Your walking route will be drawn in real-time on the map as a red line (visibility can be toggled via the filter icon).
Review, Edit, and Sort Recorded Data
View all data in table format from the "Data List" tab. Use batch deletion, district/taxon filters, and sorting functions. Tapping pins or elements on the map opens the "Details & Edit" screen.
Batch ZIP Export & Data Transfer
Press the "ZIP Export" button in the "Settings" tab to archive all attribute data (CSV and GeoJSON) and field photos into a single ZIP file for easy transfer to QGIS or a PC (Paid Pro feature).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Can I use it offline in remote areas without cellular reception?
Yes, it works completely offline. Since it uses built-in device GPS, you can record locations and photos without cellular signals. Additionally, viewing map regions in advance automatically caches geographical maps for offline display (cache can be cleared in settings).
Q. What is the difference between the Free and Pro versions ($1.99)?
The Free version displays banner ads at the bottom and supports standard CSV data saving. Registering for the Pro version unlocks an ad-free experience and the batch ZIP export feature packaging CSV, GeoJSON, and field photos.
Q. Can I add or modify input fields (attributes) later?
Yes. You can add new fields (e.g., weather, elevation, life form) or delete unnecessary ones at any time from the "Projects" screen.
Q. Where are my location and photo data stored?
All data is stored locally only on your mobile device. It is never transmitted to external servers without authorization.