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Import Vector Layers into QGIS

3. Import Vector Layers into QGIS#

3.1. Import Shapefile into QGIS#

  1. Open QGIS and go to Layer -> Add Layer -> Add Vector Layer

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  2. Navigate to the folder that contains your shapefile. It is essential that all the other related files are in the shapefile folder. Choose the file with the .shp extension.

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  3. Open the file and click Add.

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  4. Once you click Add, the shapefile will be added to the Layers window. Click on “Close” to close the “Data Source Manager | Vector” window.

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  5. The imported shapefile.

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3.2. Import .gdb Layers into QGIS#

  1. Open QGIS and go to Layer -> Add Layer -> Add Vector Layer

  2. In the dialog window. Choose Directory. Choose the .gdb file to import into qgis.

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