Merging two datums to create single elevation dataset in ArcMap?
Hiking & ActivitiesWrangling Elevation Data: Merging Datums Like a Pro in ArcMap Ever felt like you’re speaking different languages when trying to combine elevation datasets? That’s often because they’re referenced to different vertical datums – think of them as different starting points for measuring height. Ignore this, and you’re setting yourself up for some seriously wonky results.
QGIS label conflict
Hiking & ActivitiesTaming the Label Monster: Conquering QGIS Label Conflicts Okay, so you’re wrestling with QGIS and trying to make a map that actually makes sense. You’ve got all your data loaded, looking good, but then you turn on the labels… and BAM! A chaotic mess of overlapping text. Sound familiar? That’s the dreaded label conflict, and
Georeferencing vector PDF/SVG/DXF linework using QGIS?
Hiking & ActivitiesGeoreferencing Vector PDF/SVG/DXF Linework Using QGIS: A Human’s Guide Ever tried fitting a puzzle piece that just won’t go in? That’s kind of what it’s like working with spatial data that isn’t properly georeferenced. Georeferencing, in essence, is giving spatial data a real-world address, so it knows where it belongs on the map. It’s not
Installing/using additional Python modules with ArcPy and ArcMap
Hiking & ActivitiesSupercharge Your ArcMap Scripts: Installing Python Modules the Easy Way ArcPy is fantastic for automating GIS tasks in ArcGIS. But let’s be honest, sometimes it feels like you’re only scratching the surface, right? The real magic happens when you start adding extra Python modules to the mix. Think of it like giving your trusty Swiss
How to show cell values of raster in ArcGIS
Hiking & ActivitiesPeeking Under the Hood: Seeing Raster Cell Values in ArcGIS Raster datasets. They’re the workhorses of GIS, right? Think of them as grids, each cell holding a piece of the puzzle – elevation, temperature, land cover, you name it. But sometimes, you need to get down to brass tacks and actually see those individual cell
Problem with CRS metadata for UK Environment Agency LiDAR DSM tiles?
Hiking & ActivitiesDecoding the Mystery: When UK LiDAR Data Gets Lost in Translation (and How to Fix It) So, you’re diving into some sweet UK Environment Agency LiDAR data, ready to map floods, monitor habitats, or just geek out on terrain models. Awesome! The EA has been capturing this stuff since way back in 1998, building a