Map View
The VIP platform provides flexible map viewing options.
Map View Options
The platform offers two primary map view options:
- Standard Map (Default): A clean, simplified cartographic representation with essential geographic features like roads, borders, and place names
- Satellite: High-resolution aerial imagery showing the actual physical environment
Choosing the right map view
| Standard Map | Satellite View |
|---|---|
| General data analysis where geographic features are secondary | Analyzing data in relation to physical infrastructure |
| Cleaner visualization when working with dense data sets | Understanding the built environment context |
| Better performance on slower connections or devices | Identifying physical barriers or features affecting mobility |
| Situations where the physical environment is less relevant | Presentations where real-world imagery adds valuable context |
Switching Between Views
To change the map view:
- Locate the view selector in the bottom-right corner of the map interface
- Click on "Satellite" to switch to satellite imagery
- Click again to return to the standard map view
Please watch the Video Demo - Switching Between Views
Additional Map Controls
The map interface includes several useful controls to enhance your viewing experience:
- Zoom Controls: Use the "+" and "-" buttons in the bottom-right corner to zoom in and out
- Search Bar: Enter place names, addresses, or points of interest in the search bar at the top of the screen
- Map Panning: Click and drag anywhere on the map to navigate to different areas
- Scale Bar: Located at the bottom of the map, this shows the current scale for distance reference
- Attribution: Map data sources are credited at the bottom of the screen
Map Data Sources
The VIP platform uses high-quality map data from Mapbox and OpenStreetMap, ensuring accurate and up-to-date geographic information. Users can see the attribution at the bottom of the map and even access options to improve the map data if needed.
Updated 16 days ago