How to find layers in GeoMaps
To find layers, use the Identify and Discover tool within the map feature.
Step 1: Click on the Identify tool to search on a specific point in GeoMaps.
![screenshot of the identify tool icon](/geospatial/PublishingImages/identify_tool.png)
Step 2: See the results panel on the left hand side of the screen for specific information about that area.
![screenshot of tabs showing results selected](/geospatial/PublishingImages/results_panel.png)
Step 3: To find specific layers use the Discover tool.
![screenshot of discover icon](/geospatial/PublishingImages/discover_icon.png)
Step 4: In the left hand panel enter keywords, tags or title. It will return the map layers relevant to the search. Select 'Add' for those you wish to add.
![screenshot of keyword search function showing four results for "Emergency"](/geospatial/PublishingImages/keyword_search.png)
Step 5: Select the Legend tab and using the drop-down arrows, tick those layers you require.
![screenshot of legend tab with some layers selected with ticks](/geospatial/PublishingImages/layers.png)
Step 6: To find a Theme, select the Theme tab from the Tool Bar menu, then select the relevant theme. It will return the layers in the left hand panel. Tick those layers that you require.
![screenshot of themes, showing options like Aerials, Property and Unitary Plan](/geospatial/PublishingImages/themes.png)
Advanced query
The Select tool will enable a more advanced query.
Step 1: Turn on the relevant layers.
Step 2: Enter the address or location in the search field.
![screenshot of address search field](/geospatial/PublishingImages/address_search_field.png)
Step 3: Select the ‘Select’ tool.
![screenshot of select tool icon](/geospatial/PublishingImages/select_tool.png)
Step 4: Click Apply if property is already selected to return any visible intersecting layers. If the property is not selected then click on the property to select it.
Step 5: Use the Results tab dropdown on the left hand panel to select the different layers information.
![screenshot of results tab showing information about a layer, including address, legal description, Property type, Property area,](/geospatial/PublishingImages/different_layers.png)
For more information about using the Select tool, see
Use the select tool for spatial query in GeoMaps.