Procore Maps: User Guide

Which tools does Procore Maps currently integrate with?

Procore Maps currently integrates directly with the Photos tool, but because the Photos tool has the ability to consolidate photos used in other tools it also indirectly integrates with Drawings, Daily Log, Punch List, Observations, Inspections, and Action Plans. See Configure Advanced Settings: Photos to learn more about which tools are automatically consolidated into the Photos tool.

Which photos are visible on the map?

Public photos will only be visible to users that have read-only or above permissions to the Photos tool. Private photos will only be visible to users that have access to them.

How does a photo get mapped? 

Procore Maps uses the location information from the photo to place it on a map automatically. This location information comes from the device's GPS. If the device's location services are off, this information won't be saved. Please note that this data can also be stripped by email or by some web browsers and the photo will be designated as “unmapped” with no Latitude, Longitude values. To map an unmapped photo, see Add Item Pin to Map.

Why aren't my photos showing up in the right location? 

What happens if a person has turned off location tracking for the Procore app? 

If a user has not allowed the app to track their location, then they will not be able to see their location on the map and tools like the Photos tool will not be able to record the coordinates from where the photo was taken. If a photo does not contain coordinates, it will show in the Unmapped category and users would need to manually place the image if they would like to see it on the map.

What level of accuracy does Procore Maps provide?

Procore relies on GPS data sourced directly from the user's hardware, meaning our control over accuracy is limited to the capabilities of these devices. For insights into the accuracy of GPS data, we recommend referring to external articles published by reputable sources like Apple and Google, which shed light on the intricacies of GPS technology. We believe the value of directionally accurate data provides significantly valuable insights and aids in decision-making processes. There are also third-party devices that can improve accuracy in situations where that is needed. 

What is the difference between Procore Maps and Procore Locations? 

Maps is a new addition to the platform that provides the ability for users to see objects on a Map, while Locations gives users a filterable field that can be used to group items together. “Locations” in Procore have been rather cumbersome to set up and of limited value once the effort is made. But that is already changing. The recent work of the AI team to automatically extract Locations from architectural drawings is currently in Beta. The new, dedicated Locations team will continue to build upon their transformational work to elevate Locations to a system object rather than just being a tag on other objects. Procore “Locations” will grow to include their own metadata and will be integrated into all spatial experiences across 2D and 3D. When a user tags an item with a “Location” in the future, the item can be auto-placed within its defined area on a map, a drawing, or a model. 

Permissions

Action	None	Read Only	Standard	Admin	Notes
Add Item Pin to the Map  Web
Configure the Map View  Web
Download Items from the Map  Web
Email Items from the Map  Web
Move Item Pin on the Map  Web
Remove Item Pin from the Map  Web
Set Base Map  Web     iOS     Android
Show or Hide Items on the Map  Web
Show Your Location on the Map  iOS     Android
View Item Details from the Map  Web
View Photos on the Map  Web     iOS     Android

Filter Photos by Property

1. Navigate to your project's Photos tool.
2. Click Add Filter and select from the the following options:
   • Location
     • Search for photos that are not associated with a location by selecting, 'None'.
     • Include photos that have sub locations attached to the location you're searching by clicking, 'Include Sub-Locations'.
   • Starred
   • Privacy
     Note: You must have 'Admin' permissions to use the Privacy filter.
   • Date Taken
   • Uploaded Date
   • Uploaded By
   • Album
     Note: This is only shown in Timeline view.
3. In the menu, click the filter property you want to filter by.
4. Click out of the menu to apply.

Filter Photos by Map View

1. To filter photos by map location, click the Map tab.
2. On the map, click Map Filter.
   1. Select In View, to only see items in the current map area.
   2. Select In Geofence, to see items within a geofence.
3. Click your mouse to draw the boundaries of your geofence, with your final click ending at your first click, to create an enclosed area.

Change Base Map 

1. Navigate to the tool's map.
   • View Photos on a Map
2. Click the base map icon on the map.
   
3. Select your preferred base map.

Rotate Map

1. Navigate to the tool's map.
   • View Photos on a Map
2. Click the compass  icon and hold. Rotate the map to your desired orientation.
   Note: Double clicking the compass arrow will reset the map orientation to north.

Show Pins or Thumbnails

1. Navigate to the tool's map.
   • View Photos on a Map
2. Click the configure  icon.
3. Select one of the following options for your 'Photo Point Style':
   • Thumbnails 
   • Pins

Download an Individual Item

1. Navigate to the tool's map.
   • View Photos on a Map
2. Click the item name.
   OR
   Click the item on the map.
3. Click the download  icon.

Download Multiple Items

1. Navigate to the tool's map.
   • View Photos on a Map
2. Mark the checkboxes for the items you want to download.
   OR
   Tap and hold command or control on your keyboard and click the items on the map.
3. Click Bulk Actions and select Download.

Email an Individual Photo

1. Navigate to the tool's map.
   • View Photos on a Map
2. Click the item name.
   OR
   Click the item on the map.
3. Click the email  icon.
4. Enter the email information.
5. Click Send.

Email Multiple Photos

1. Navigate to the tool's map.
   • View Photos on a Map
2. Mark the checkboxes for the items you want to email.
   OR
   Tap and hold command or control on your keyboard and click the items on the map.
3. Click Bulk Actions and select Email.
4. Enter the email information.
5. Click Send.

 Search for Photos

1. Navigate to the project's Photos tool using the Procore app on an iOS mobile device. 
2. Optional: Tap the ellipsis  and select the Timeline , Albums, or  Map  view to change how you view the project's photos.
3. Tap the Search bar to enter a keyword or phrase.
   Note: This search will return information matching the following:
   • From the Timeline View
     • Filename
     • Description
   • From the Album View
     • Album Names
   • From the Map View
     • Filename
     • Description
       
        
4. Tap a photo to view its details.   

Filter Photos

1. Navigate to the project's Photos tool using the Procore app on an iOS mobile device. 
2. Tap the options menu  and select the Timeline View or Map .
3. Tap the filter  icon.
   
   
    
4. Tap a filter that you want to apply from the following options:
   • Grouped By: Choose to filter photos by 'Month,' 'Week,' and 'Day.'
   • Filter By: Choose to filter photos by the following options:
     • Date Range: Enter a date range to filter photos by the date the photo was captured.
     • Privacy: Tap this option to filter photos by 'Public,' or 'Private.'
       Note: Filtering by privacy status is only available while in 'Timeline View' from the options  menu.
     • Location: Tap this option to filter photos by an associated location.
     • Trade: Tap this option to filter photos by an associated trade.
5. Tap Apply.
6. Optional: Tap Reset to clear the applied filter.

Search for Photos

1. Tap the search    icon at the top of the screen. 
2. Enter a keyword or phrase.
   Note: This search will return information matching the following:
   • From the Feed view:
     • Description
     • Location
     • User
   • From the Timeline view:
     • Description
     • Location
     • User
   • From the Albums view:
     • Album Name
   • From the Map view:
     • Description
     • Location
     • User
3. Optional: Tap the X to clear the applied search.

Filter Photos

1. Tap the Timeline , Feed , or  Map   icon to change your view.
   Note: The icon changes based on the view that is currently selected.
2. Tap the filters    icon at the top of the screen. 
3. Tap to Group by the following options:
   • Month
   • Week
   • Day
4. Tap one or more of the following options:
   • Date Range: Enter a date range to filter photos by the date the photo was captured.
   • Location: Tap this option to filter photos by an associated location.
   • Trade: Tap this option to filter photos by an associated trade.
   • Privacy: Tap this option to filter photos by 'Public,' or 'Private.'
   • Starred: Tap this option to display all photos that have been marked with a star.
5. Tap Apply. 
6. Optional: Tap Reset to clear the applied filter.