Posted on January 19, 2023 (Updated on July 10, 2025)

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How do I add a coordinate reference system in QGIS?

To create a new CRS, or modify an existing CRS:

  1. Click Settings | Custom CRS to open the Custom Coordinate Reference System Definition.
  2. Click Add new CRS button to add a new entry to the CRS list above.
  3. With the new CRS selected, we can set the name and parameters of the CRS. The CRS properties are set using the 4 format.

 

Which CRS to use in QGIS?

WGS84 Geographic Coordinate System

In QGIS the default projection, or CRS, is WGS84 Geographic Coordinate System. The WGS84 CRS has become a global standard for latitude and longitude positions, such as those captured with GPS devices.

How do I change a shapefile coordinate system in QGIS?

In the Export screen, type in a new shapefile name and click on the three dots next to the File name box to select the folder. Under the CRS dropdown, select the Project CRS as the assigned CRS. Click on the OK button and your new shapefile will be exported into the designated CRS.
 

What are 2 types of coordinate reference systems?

There are two different types of coordinate reference systems: Geographic Coordinate Systems and Projected Coordinate Systems.
 

How do I create a custom CRS in QGIS?

Steps to Add Custom CRS projection in QGIS

  1. 1.) Open up QGIS.
  2. 2.) In the window, click on + or plus sign and give a name to the CRS.
  3. 3.) Now after adding the custom projection or custom CRS, you can find the option to change the CRS of the layer or file added.


How do you insert a coordinate system?

Create a coordinate system

  1. In the Contents pane, right-click a map or scene and click Properties.
  2. On the Map Properties dialog box, click the Coordinate Systems tab.
  3. Click the Add Coordinate System button and click New Geographic Coordinate System , New Projected Coordinate System , or New Vertical Coordinate System .

How do I add XYZ tiles in QGIS?

I. Adding XYZ Tilesets in QGIS

  1. From the left-hand Browser Panel, right-click on XYZ Tiles and select New Connection.
  2. Paste the XYZ URL into the dialog box and select OK.
  3. In the new XYZ Tile Layer dialog box enter a suitable name for your map and select OK.
  4. Finally, double-click XYZ Tiles in the left-hand Browser Panel.