QGIS – Using Rule Based Labels With Related Tables
Hiking & ActivitiesQGIS: Ditching the Defaults – Rule-Based Labels & Related Tables Let’s face it: default map labels are boring. They’re like that beige wall paint everyone uses because it’s “safe.” But maps are supposed to tell a story, right? And a big part of that story is how you label things. That’s where QGIS and its
Geometry to Shapefile
Hiking & ActivitiesGeometry to Shapefile: Making Sense of Spatial Data Shapefiles. If you’ve dabbled in the world of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), you’ve definitely run into them. Think of them as the trusty old workhorses of spatial data, a way to package up maps and geographic info so different software can play nice together. Esri cooked them
Converting a drawn map into vector tiles
Hiking & ActivitiesFrom Hand-Drawn to High-Tech: Turning Your Old Maps into Modern Vector Tiles Got an old hand-drawn map tucked away in a drawer? Maybe it’s a family heirloom, a quirky piece of local history, or just something you sketched on a whim. Whatever it is, you might be surprised to learn that you can actually bring
Are Google satellite images precise enough for georeferencing?
Hiking & ActivitiesCan You Really Trust Google Satellite Images for Georeferencing? Let’s Dig In. So, you’re wondering if you can use Google satellite images for georeferencing? It’s a fair question, and honestly, the answer is “it depends.” Think of it like this: Google Earth is fantastic for getting a quick lay of the land, but is it
How to read geographic coordinates when the Shapefile has a projected spatial reference
Hiking & ActivitiesCracking the Code: Reading Lat/Long from Tricky Shapefiles Ever wrestled with a Shapefile and found yourself staring at coordinates that just didn’t look like latitude and longitude? You’re not alone! It’s a common head-scratcher, especially when the Shapefile is using something called a projected spatial reference. Don’t worry, we’ll break it down. Think of this
How to split circles in 8 quadrants
Hiking & ActivitiesCracking the Circle: A Simple Guide to Dividing It Into Eight Perfect Pieces Ever needed to split a circle into eight equal slices? It’s more useful than you might think! From geometry class to DIY projects, knowing how to do this opens up a world of possibilities. Forget complicated formulas – I’m going to walk