1. A method of plotting a metes and bounds description on a map comprising: locating a starting point of said metes and bound description on a map; generating a table for entry of bearing, distance and direction data for each leg of said metes and bounds description; converting said bearing, distance and direction data to corner points of a boundary described by said metes and bounds description; drawing said boundary on said map; determining coordinates of corner points of said boundary drawn on said map.