Georeference Any Map or Spatial Geophysics Image
Quickly georeference maps and geophysics images into actionable, decision-ready data—no GIS skills needed.
Turn static maps and legacy images into spatially accurate, decision-ready data in minutes. GeoClerk’s georeferencing tools make it easy for geoscientists to bring historical maps, geophysics and hand-drawn interpretations back to life – without specialist GIS skills.
Any image classified as a map or spatial geophysics dataset – such as gravity, magnetics or radiometrics – can be quickly aligned to the real world using GeoClerk’s intuitive spatial viewer. Designed for speed and flexibility, the georeferencing workflow adapts to the quality and style of the source image, whether it’s a clean, gridded map or a scanned field sketch.
Georeferencing operates in 3 simple modes. Use Scale & Rotate to match up features on the image with those on the background maps and overlays. Use Control Point mode when there is a grid, either UTM or Lat/Long, on the image – simply pick 2 point on diagonally opposite corners and enter the coordinates, then click to move. Finally, there is a Freehand option – drop a point anywhere on the image and drag it to the correct position.
GeoClerk automatically positions the georeferencing workspace using existing spatial metadata where available. When it isn’t, simply enter a prospect or deposit name and GeoClerk instantly finds the location, drawing on a comprehensive global database of project and deposit locations, removing guesswork and saving valuable time.
Once georeferenced, images become fully spatial assets. They can be saved to projects, overlaid with other datasets in GeoClerk’s interactive map viewer, or exported as GeoTIFFs for use in external GIS and modelling software. The result is faster interpretation, better spatial context, and more value extracted from historical and third-party data – turning forgotten images into actionable exploration intelligence.