====== Creating a New Dataset ======

  * Create a new dataset by using the New Dataset wizard.
  * At least 1 dataset have to be open to determine any reference to a co-ordinate system.
  * In this new dataset wizard, only 1 model is defined. After finishing the wizard it is possible to modify and extend the dataset structure and properties.

===== New Dataset Wizard =====

Open the New Dataset wizard 
  * from menu : Dataset > New Dataset...


==== Step 1 : Dataset Name ====

Enter the name for the new dataset. This is the name the dataset will get in the [[orbitgis:datasets:managing:viewoptions|dataset list]].

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==== Step 2 : Spatial Data Type ====

Select the spatial data type : point, line or area.
  * Orbit uses only these three spatial types of objects.
  * It is not possible to create a dataset of type image interactively.

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==== Step 3 : Define Attributes ====

Enter an attribute name and select the data type of the attribute values.
  * Click next '>' to add a new additional attribute. Use previous '<' to go one attribute back.
  * If there is no attribute name entered, the attribute will not be added.

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==== Step 4 : Save and Finish ====

After entering all attributes and specifying there data types, finish the wizard and save the new dataset by clicking the little yellow square.

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  * Specify the location, name and storage format for the dataset.

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  * The new dataset appears on top of the dataset list.
  * Now it is possible to [[orbitgis:datasets:properties:contents:dataset_structure_contents|modify the dataset structure]] (add a Model, add an Attribute Set, specify rules, etc)
  * To create and add objects for this new dataset use the [[orbitgis:data:editing:edit:toolbar|Edit Objects toolbar]].