# Measure Multiple Yard Layers for Landscaping Projects

This step-by-step tutorial demonstrates how to accurately measure a residential house and backyard using Moasure. Learn how to use [layers](/en/moasure-app/master-layers.md) to capture key features, including the house footprint, backyard, pool, and sprinkler locations. Additionally, the guide covers how to calculate surface area and label sprinkler positions.

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**Key Steps:**

1. **Establish a Reference Point:**
   * Begin with an [open shape measurement](/en/moasure-app/understand-measurement-types.md) to set a fixed reference point for accuracy.
   * Align Moasure with the wall edge and measure a straight A-to-B datum line.
2. **Measuring the House Footprint:**
   * Switch to 'Wall Path' mode and capture the house outline.
   * Walk along walls, pausing in the green zone for accuracy and let Moasure extrapolate corners.
   * Use 'Ignore Line' to bypass obstacles.
3. **Measuring the Backyard:**
   * Enable Moasure STICK and retrace the reference edge.
   * Use different [path types](/en/moasure-app/understand-path-types.md): 'Straight Line' for perimeters, 'Trace Line' for curves, and 'Arc Path' where appropriate.
   * Capture [volume](/en/use-cases/measure-volume-and-3d-terrain.md) changes using a structured zig-zag pattern.
4. **Mapping Sprinkler Locations:**
   * Place markers at sprinkler positions and use the 'Circle' path type.
   * [Label](/en/moasure-app/master-edit-tools/edit-label.md) each sprinkler for easy identification.
5. **Measuring the Pool:**
   * Capture the perimeter with 'Straight Line' path type.
   * For steps, measure key points on each step’s edge for accuracy.
6. **Hiding and Managing Layers:**
   * Use the 'Layers' tool to organise, rename, or hide measurements.
   * Toggle specific layers to isolate and inspect areas like the backyard surface area.
7. **Exporting Measurements:**
   * Save and [export](/en/moasure-app/export-a-measurement.md) data as a PDF, DWG, or DXF file for further use in CAD software.

By following these steps, Moasure helps streamline the measurement process, ensuring precise and organized data for your projects.


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