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GeoMarX addresses the need for precise marking and annotation by providing a user-friendly platform equipped with integrated mapping functionalities and annotation tools as well as leveraging cutting-edge machine learning technologies, which enables users to accurately mark specific points\/areas of interest and annotate them with rich contextual information to further facilitate efficient data management and decision-making processes in urban planning, transportation management, environmental monitoring, and other urban-related domains. We illustrate the utility of GeoMarX through a case study of the marking and annotation of urban informal settlements, highlighting its effectiveness in enhancing geospatial data analysis and visualization in complex urban contexts. Overall, GeoMarX represents a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to harness the power of geospatial data for informed decision-making and sustainable urban development. 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