Place

Place is a powerful and free handheld GPS replacement Chrome extension designed for comprehensive coordinate transformation and navigation needs. It supports multiple Coordinate Reference Systems (CRS) and converts latitude and longitude into local grid values, catering to surveyors, military personnel, hikers, and engineers.

Key features include saving waypoints and GPS tracks, offline navigation with directional arrows, back-tracking to prevent getting lost, distance and area measurement using local grid parameters, bulk coordinate conversion, and export options in CSV, GPX, and KML formats. Users can customize parameters, use custom maps offline, and store/share data via Google Drive seamlessly. Supported projections include Transverse Mercator, Lambert Conformal Conic, Cassini, and Albers Equal Area, with transformation algorithms based on Helmert's method using 7 parameter Coordinate Frame Rotation. This versatile tool offers a cost-effective alternative to handheld GPS devices and supports offline activities like treasure hunts and navigating unknown terrains.