Setting Up Symbology for Surveys in NRDS Custom Maps

Symbology displays survey features on the map based on categories.

Categories can include option lists, embedded templates, or numerical quantities.

Select the option to draw a point for the survey (e.g., counting frogs).

Input relevant data such as date, count of frogs, and type.

Navigate to the layers section in the NRDS interface.

Click on the layer corresponding to the frog type.

Select 'Add Question Group' from the category options.

Choose the relevant group (e.g., frogs) to grab different options.

Set colors for each group option.

Ensure to save changes after customization.

Remove previous symbology settings if necessary.

Choose to set symbology based on type (e.g., heard 1 to 3 or sprayed more than that).

Utilize 'and' or 'or' quantifiers to combine multiple options for symbology.

Use the count field to create ranges (e.g., 0 to 1, 2 to 10, 11 to 100).

Assign colors to each range for visual differentiation.

Enable custom labels by clicking the bracket next to any field.

Turn on the option to show custom labels.

Adjust the alignment of the text relative to the point or feature.

Justify the text as needed for clarity.

Review all settings and ensure everything is saved properly.

Always save changes after making adjustments to avoid losing work.

Double-check the color choices for accessibility and clarity on the map.

Familiarize yourself with the layer options to speed up the process.

Use consistent color schemes for similar categories to enhance visual coherence.

Regularly review and update symbology as survey data changes.