QGIS GeoJSON

In this tutorial describes how to create a GeoJSON in QGIS.

How to create a GeoJSON in QGIS

Add GeoJSON Data

From the Layer mane, hover Add Layer and Click Add Vector Layer. Now show the GeoJSON data into the Layers Panel.

Create a GeoJSON

You can also add geojson file via a web service URL or a local networked drive. Just click the Open Data Source Manager button > Vector Data > Protocol HTTP(S), cloud, etc. > Select GeoJSON type > URI path > Add.

Save data as a GeoJSON

Save the file as a GeoJSON file. This can be done by clicking on the specific layer with the right mouse button and selecting the “Save as” option. Choose the GeoJSON format, a location and file name and the UTF-8 character set. Saving will create a new “.geojson” file with all the desired data.

Viewing & Editing GeoJSON

• QGIS allows you to view attributes, edit geometries, and style features just like any other vector layer.
• Use the Attribute Table, Select Features Tool, and Edit Toolbar for interaction.

Importing a GeoJSON File

1. Open QGIS.
2. Go to Layer > Add Layer > Add Vector Layer.
3. In the dialog:
   • Set Source Type to File.
   • Click Browse and select your .geojson file.
   • Click Add.

Convert / Export GeoJSON file

In the Layer panel choose data, right click, select Export, and click Save Features As.

Save Vector Layer as window is appear, select Format (.shp), choose destination folder and enter File name, and click OK.