Developer: MicroSurvey Software Inc. (part of Hexagon) Category: Surveying & Data Collection Platform: Android
Fieldgenius is not a watered-down "app." It is a full-fledged surveying suite. Here are its standout features:
Running GNSS and a bright screen can drain batteries. Fieldgenius includes power-saving modes:
Getting started requires less than five minutes. Fieldgenius For Android
Step 1: Install from Google Play Search "Fieldgenius" on the Google Play Store. Download the free trial (usually 14 days fully functional).
Step 2: Configure Your Instrument Go to Settings > Instrument Connection. Select your total station or GNSS model. Pair via Bluetooth. The auto-detection feature will ping the instrument and set baud rates automatically.
Step 3: Create or Import a Job Set your coordinate system (UTM, State Plane, Local). Import a DXF design file or start a blank job. Developer: MicroSurvey Software Inc
Step 4: Calibrate (Localization) If using GNSS, perform a site calibration by occupying known control points. Fieldgenius’s wizard guides you through residuals and scaling factors.
Step 5: Start Surveying Tap the "Measure" button. Use the graphical map to see your shots. Use voice tags or pre-programmed codes to describe features.
Fieldgenius for Android supports over 200 different instruments from all major manufacturers. It connects via Bluetooth, Serial, or Wi-Fi to: The software acts as a universal translator, meaning
The software acts as a universal translator, meaning you are never locked into a single equipment vendor.
Title: FieldGenius for Android: Professional Surveying Power in the Palm of Your Hand
Body: FieldGenius for Android transforms your Android tablet or rugged handheld into a complete surveying data collection system. Designed for land surveyors, civil engineers, and GIS professionals, it combines industry-standard coding, COGO functionality, and total station/GNSS integration into an intuitive mobile interface. Whether you’re staking out construction points or conducting a topographic survey, FieldGenius delivers office-grade precision on-site.
FieldGenius excels in its "deep" integration with survey hardware.