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 10 months ago

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