New Feature

GeoPhoto Map Layer

Import, visualize, and export geotagged photos directly on your ATAK map. Transform your photo library into actionable geospatial intelligence.

Key Features

Everything you need to turn your photo collection into map-ready geospatial data

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Folder Import

Scan DCIM, Pictures, Downloads, or any custom folder for geotagged JPG files. Automatically extract GPS coordinates, altitude, and camera metadata from EXIF headers.

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Map Visualization

Display photos as interactive markers on the ATAK map. Click any marker to preview the full photo with metadata, AI analysis, and location details.

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Multi-Format Export

Export photo layers to KML for Google Earth, GeoPackage for GIS applications, or GeoJSON for web mapping. Include full metadata and photo paths.

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EXIF Extraction

Automatically parse GPS coordinates, altitude, timestamps, camera make/model, focal length, aperture, ISO, and image dimensions from photo metadata.

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AI Integration

Leverage Vision AI to analyze photos for object detection, scene classification, anomaly detection, and automatic description generation.

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Placemark Creation

Convert any geotagged photo into a persistent ATAK placemark with media attachments for sharing with team members.

How It Works

Three simple steps to transform your photos into map layers

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Import Photos

Select a folder containing geotagged JPGs. The system automatically scans and extracts GPS data from EXIF headers.

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View on Map

Toggle the map overlay to display photos as markers. Click any marker to preview the image and view metadata.

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Export & Share

Export your photo layer to KML, GeoPackage, or GeoJSON for use in other GIS tools or sharing with your team.

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Screenshot: GeoPhoto markers displayed on ATAK map with thumbnail previews

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Supported Formats

JPG, JPEG with EXIF GPS data

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Map Display

Custom markers with thumbnails

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Export Formats

KML, GeoPackage, GeoJSON

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Metadata

GPS, altitude, camera, timestamp

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AI Analysis

Vision AI object detection

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Sharing

Placemark creation & CoT export

Use Cases

Real-world applications for tactical and field operations

🚌 Reconnaissance

Import photos from field cameras or drones to visualize observation points and key terrain features on the tactical map.

🏠 Damage Assessment

Document infrastructure damage with geotagged photos and share assessments with command via KML or GeoPackage export.

🚨 Incident Response

Rapidly import and map photos from first responders to coordinate response efforts and document scene conditions.

🌳 Environmental Survey

Map wildlife sightings, vegetation patterns, or environmental conditions using photos from field surveys.

🛠 Construction Monitoring

Track construction progress by importing geotagged site photos and overlaying them on project plans.

🔐 Security Patrols

Document patrol routes and points of interest with geotagged photos for after-action review and reporting.

Export Formats

Share your photo layers in industry-standard formats

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KML
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GeoPackage
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GeoJSON

Integration

Part of the Tactical AI ATAK Plugin ecosystem

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AI Agent

Query photos using natural language through the AI Agent. Ask "Show me all photos near the bridge" or "Find photos with vehicles detected."

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Messaging Integration

Share photos via the messaging system with automatic geolocation enrichment and placemark creation.

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CoT Export

Export photos as Cursor-on-Target messages for integration with other TAK clients and C2 systems.