OkMap Tutorial - GPX Editor: Advanced GPX Track Editing

Published on April 22, 2026 - Video duration: 4:14

Tutorial Overview

OkMap tutorial dedicated to using the integrated GPX editor to edit, correct, and optimize GPS tracks and GPX files.

Learn how to add, move and delete points with precision to correct errors, improve GPS routes and obtain more accurate and reliable tracks.

OkMap includes advanced GPX editing features that allow you to update existing routes, correct inaccuracies, and optimize data recorded in the field.

These features make OkMap an effective GPX track editor for managing outdoor routes.

Recommended prerequisite

To better understand this tutorial, we recommend watching first:

Procedure:

  • Set an appropriate zoom level to work precisely
  • Select the Track tool and start drawing
  • Use the Selection tool to move the map and select points
  • Select a track point to add new points after it
  • Delete unwanted points by selecting them (Shift + drag) and using the context menu
  • Unlock map objects to move points (if needed)
  • Use the Eraser tool to quickly remove individual points
  • Use Ctrl+Z / Ctrl+Y to undo or redo changes

Tips:

  • Always work with a high zoom level to avoid positioning errors
  • Add a few points at a time to keep control of the track
  • Be precise when drawing curves
  • Keep straight sections clean by removing unnecessary points
  • If you make many changes, save the GPX file frequently to avoid losing your work
  • After editing, reassign time data to the track (see "Prepare a Hiking Trail")
  • If needed, use the track simplification function (see "Processing a GPS track")

Notes:

  • The context menu (right mouse button) is essential for many editing operations

Common errors:

  • Drawing with too low zoom, causing inaccuracies
  • Forgetting to select the correct point before adding new ones
  • Not noticing that objects are locked and cannot be moved
  • Creating tracks with too many points, making them hard to manage

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Do you want to apply these concepts with OkMap?

After watching the video tutorials, you can learn more by reading the technical articles or download OkMap Desktop and work directly with maps, GPX tracks and GPS data.

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