# QGIS

## Requirements

* QGIS (version 2.10.1 or later)
* A GeoPackage dataset

## Instructions

These instructions were created using QGIS version 3.22. Other versions of QGIS can be used, from version 2.10.1 onwards.

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### Open a new or existing QGIS project.

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### Add a layer by selecting *Layer* > *Add Layer* > *Add Vector Layer* from the top ribbon of the workspace.

<figure><img src="/files/Yhh36xWLzscjyVYMgQLx" alt="Screenshot showing the QGIS Add Vector Layer menu."><figcaption><p>QGIS Add Vector Layer menu.</p></figcaption></figure>

The Data Source Manager - Vector dialog box will appear.
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### Select the GeoPackage that will be loaded using the *three dots* button located next to the Vector Dataset(s) box.

<figure><img src="/files/9hLBDrHZNLpUW4nrBSX4" alt="Screenshot showing the Data Source Manager – Vector dialog in QGIS,"><figcaption><p>Data Source Manager – Vector dialog in QGIS.</p></figcaption></figure>

Navigate to the GeoPackage. Double-click the file or select it, then click *Add*. A separate dialog box will appear.
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### Select the layers of the GeoPackage to be added to the map

<figure><img src="/files/h6xuJjF782aLZ69y0CsY" alt="Screenshot showing the Select Items to Add dialog in QGIS."><figcaption><p>Select Items to Add dialog in QGIS.</p></figcaption></figure>

&#x20;It is possible to add selected layers, numerous layers or all layers. Once the relevant layers have been selected, click *Add Layers*.
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The GeoPackage layers should now be viewable in the layers list on the left-hand side of the workspace.
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