# Convert Overlay to Territory

User can use this button to convert an overlay record to a territory. After the overlay record is converted, it becomes a territory which can be searched in the option of ‘Territory’ in Overlay.

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* ***Supported file types for shape files are .shp, .kml and .geojson and excel files are .xlsx, .csv***
* ***In a territory, either a shape file can be saved or geographies can be created.***
* ***Only one shape file can be saved in one Territory.***
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For any queries, reach out to us at <crm@inogic.com>
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