myTracks for macOS User Guide
Welcome to the comprehensive user guide for myTracks on macOS. This guide covers all aspects of using myTracks to organize GPS tracks, geotag photos, and manage your outdoor adventures.
myTracks Overview
Get familiar with the main window, interface elements, and basic navigation of myTracks for macOS.
Importing and Organizing Tracks
Learn how to import GPS tracks from your logger device or GPX files and organize them efficiently.
1-Click Geotagging
Discover the simple drag-and-drop workflow to geotag your photos with GPS coordinates from your tracks.
Extended Geotagging (Pool of Photos)
Use the Photo Pool for advanced geotagging workflows when you have multiple tracks and photos to match.
Apple's Photos Integration
Integrate myTracks with Apple's Photos app to geotag your photo library directly.
Working with the Map
Explore different map types, navigation features, and how to visualize your tracks on the map.
The Handling of Photos
Understand how myTracks manages photos, including storage, organization, and display options.
Points of Interest (POIs)
Create and manage Points of Interest to mark important locations on your maps and tracks.
Editing Tracks
Learn how to edit, merge, split, and fine-tune your GPS tracks for perfect results.
Manual Geotagging
Manually assign GPS coordinates to photos when automatic geotagging isn't possible.
Creating Tracks from Photos
Generate GPS tracks automatically from geotagged photos, perfect for photo-only adventures.
iCloud Synchronization
Sync your tracks and photos across all your Apple devices using iCloud.
iPhone and iPad Integration
Transfer tracks between your Mac and iOS devices seamlessly.
GPX Export
Export your tracks in GPX format for use with other applications and devices.
Google Earth Pro Integration
View and export your tracks for use in Google Earth Pro with KML/KMZ format support.
Backup and Restore
Learn how to backup your myTracks library and restore it when needed.
Acknowledgements & License Agreement
View acknowledgements for third-party components and the license agreement.