Supported Formats
ALTLAS supports importing:
- GPX (GPS Exchange Format) - Most common
- KML/KMZ (Google Earth format)
- GeoJSON - Web mapping format
How to Import
From Files App (iOS)
- Locate the GPX file in Files app
- Long-press the file
- Tap Share
- Select ALTLAS
From File Manager (Android)
- Find the GPX file in your file manager
- Tap the file
- Choose Open with ALTLAS
Via Email
- Open email with GPX attachment
- Tap the attachment
- Select Open in ALTLAS
From Cloud Storage
- In ALTLAS, go to Profile then Import
- Tap Import from Cloud
- Select your cloud service (Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud)
- Navigate to and select the file
Direct URL
If you have a link to a GPX file:
- Go to Profile then Import
- Tap Import from URL
- Paste the file URL
- Tap Import
After Importing
Once imported, the route appears in your library:
- Review the imported trail
- Add a name and description
- Choose activity type
- Set privacy level
- Tap Save
Import Options
Handling Duplicate Points
- Keep all - Import every point
- Simplify - Reduce points for smoother display
Time Data
If the GPX includes timestamps:
- Import as activity with timing
- Calculate pace and speed
Elevation Data
- Use GPX elevation if included
- Apply elevation correction if needed
Common Import Sources
GPS Devices
Export from:
- Garmin devices
- Suunto watches
- Other GPS units
Other Apps
Transfer routes from:
- Strava
- Komoot
- Outdoor Active
- MapMyRun
Websites
Download trails from:
- OpenStreetMap
- GPSies
- Wikiloc
Troubleshooting
Import Failed
- Verify file is valid GPX/KML/GeoJSON
- Check file isn't corrupted
- Try re-downloading the file
Empty Route
- Ensure file contains track points
- Some files only contain waypoints
- Check the original source
Wrong Location
- File may use different coordinate system
- Contact support if consistently wrong
Large Files
For files with many points:
- Import may take longer
- Consider simplifying before import
Batch Import
Import multiple files at once:
- Select multiple GPX files
- Share all to ALTLAS
- Each becomes a separate trail
Premium Feature
Some import features require Premium:
- Cloud storage integration
- URL import
- Batch import
- Automatic elevation correction