The ESRI Shapefile format is used by a number of ESRI and third party GIS products. The format actually consists of three data files: SHP Geometry, SHX Index, and DBF Database. MPSuperShape only reads the SHP format - it does not require the additional SHX and DBF data files.
MPSuperShape expects all coordinates in the shapefile to use longitude, latitude coordinates specified in decimal degrees using the WGS84 geoid. Coordinate signs can be specified.
After selecting a .SHP file with the file selection dialog box, you will be presented with the Shapefile Import Options dialog box:
Use this dialog box to specify the signs used for the longitude and latitude values. MapPoint uses positive values for eastern longitudes and northern latitudes. Use the two check boxes in the above dialog box to reverse one or both axes.
Press OK when the polarities are set, and the shapefile will be imported.
MPSuperShape can import most shapefile shapes, but MapPoint cannot support all of the variations supported by shapefiles. MPSuperShape will ignore all "M" and "Z" values. Holes, rings, and complex shapes will be imported as individual shapes. Points are imported as pushpins with the name "ESRI Point". All shapes are drawn using the current default settings for color, line thickness, and pushpin symbol.