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title: How to Create Named Locations and Geofences
description: Learn how to create named locations and geofences on the Paikannin.com map, and import custom map layers in KML or KMZ format.
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September 21, 2026

# How to Create Named Locations and Geofences

In the map view, it is possible to create named locations and geofences. [**Named** **location**](https://support.gsfleet.io/knowledgebase/terminology?hsLang=en) is a specific point on the map; once created, the name assigned to it appears in various reports, for example, thereby facilitating vehicle tracking. [**Geofence**](https://support.gsfleet.io/knowledgebase/terminology?hsLang=en)differs from a named location in that alarms can be associated with it, triggering when a vehicle enters or leaves the geofence area

You can create named location or geofence in the map view by navigating to the desired location on the map and right-clicking. This opens a menu that suggests an address for the area being created.

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A named location can be created either as a circle or by drawing the specific desired area as a polygon. A geofence can only be created in the shape of a circle. The area can be assigned directly to an existing [location group](https://support.gsfleet.io/knowledgebase/how-to-manage-and-import-named-locations-and-geofences?hsLang=en), if desired. Finally, enter a name for the area and click "Create" to save it to the map view.

It is also possible to import ready-made map layers requested by customers into the map view. Currently, the Paikannin.com supports KML and KMZ file formats.

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