Create a Traverse from COGO Points or By Entering Data Manually

Create a traverse by defining a point of beginning and a point of closure, and then defining sides.

To create a traverse either using existing COGO points, or by entering data manually

1. Click Analyze tabGround Data panelSurvey dropdownCoordinate Geometry Editor.
   NoteIf the Coordinate Geometry Editor dialog box is already open, click to clear the dialog box and create a new traverse.
2. In the Coordinate Geometry Editor dialog box, specify the following data:
   NoteFor information on options for entering data into the Coordinate Geometry Editor dialog box, see Entering Data into the Traverse Tool.
   • Adjustment and Balance Rules—Adjustment method used when generating a traverse report.
   • Point of Beginning—Base point for the traverse.
   • Point of Closure—End point of the traverse, if the traverse is open.

   Preview glyphs of the point of beginning and point of closure are displayed in the drawing.

   NotePreview graphic colors may be configured through the Coordinate Geometry Editor Settings.
3. Specify the Angle/Direction and Distance of the first line.
   Note

   The first side of a traverse must be a line.

   A preview of the line is displayed in the drawing.

4. Specify subsequent Side Types, and then the requisite parameters.

   For more information, see Creating and Modifying Sides.

5. On the main toolbar, click to save the traverse to a TRV or TRVX file.
6. Click Close.