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Understand Incidents, Maps, and MarkersLearn how Incidents, the permanent Topo Map, imported GeoPDF Maps, and Markers fit together.Getting Started with MCG MapsCreate an Incident, use its Topo Map, add a GeoPDF when needed, and begin your field workflow.How to Import a GeoPDF into MCG MapsAdd a supported GeoPDF from your device, NIFC discovery, or a compatible QR code.How to Create a GeoPDF with CalTopoCreate and export a georeferenced PDF map from CalTopo to import into MCG Maps.Manage Incident MapsUse the permanent Topo Map and organize multiple imported GeoPDF Maps within an Incident.See Your Location on the MapShow your iPhone's location on Topo Map or a GeoPDF overlay and understand the compass and map orientation controls.Use Map ControlsPan, zoom, rotate, recenter, adjust a GeoPDF overlay, and measure temporary distances.Add and Manage MarkersAdd, classify, find, filter, edit, and share Incident-wide geographic Markers.Add Photos to MarkersAttach field photos to a Marker so useful visual information stays connected to its location.Work With CoordinatesChoose DD, DDM, or DMS globally, temporarily switch a Marker's display, and copy the displayed coordinate.Share Maps and MarkersDeliberately transfer one or more Map PDFs, Marker data, or an MCG Map package.Join the MCG Maps TestFlight BetaInstall the MCG Maps beta on your iPhone or iPad using Apple's TestFlight app.