This dialog allows you to choose a coordinate system that is typical for a particular part of the world. It is meant to be an alternative to setting up the projection settings yourself.

Option

Description

 

Region

This shows a list of geographic regions (source: official UN geospheres). Select the region of interest to you.

Area

This shows a list of areas that exist within the chosen region, or matching the search text. Select the area of interest to you.

System

This shows a list of coordinate systems known for the chosen area. Select the system of interest to you.

Search

Enter text to search for an area rather than selecting it.

OK

Enabled only when an item has been selected from the Systems list. Click this to accept the selection and return to the Project Settings dialog.

Cancel

Press this to revert to the Project Settings dialog with no change.