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A tiled web map, slippy map [1] (in OpenStreetMap terminology) or tile map is a map displayed in a web browser by seamlessly joining dozens of individually requested image or vector data files. It is the most popular way to display and navigate maps, replacing other methods such as Web Map Service (WMS) which typically display a single large ...
In both cases a static map image can be added to an article, for anywhere in the world, pulling in the map from OpenStreetMap data. The differences are in what they can and can't add to the base map. Maplink, in both its framed and fullscreen versions, can add points (numbered or icon-style pointy dots), and various, lines and areas generally ...
Toggle Some pages with example uses for OSM Location map subsection. ... mark-image = DMPentreIfanFront.JPG | mark-description = The largest and best preserved ...
OpenStreetMap is freely licensed under the Open Database License and is commonly used to make electronic maps, inform turn-by-turn navigation, and assist in humanitarian aid and data visualisation. OpenStreetMap uses its own topology [clarification needed] to store geographical features which can then be exported into other GIS file formats.
Since we love map making for its clarity, Wikipedians developed several local cartographic styles over the years. Summary tables of each major map convention used in Wikipedia, across all languages. While the conventions are strongly recommended, cartographers are free to fit their specific needs.
This map was generated by OpenStreetMap contributors using GPS data, and other 'free' sources. (see ) In data : OSM mapping is licensed under the Open Database Licence and Database Contents Licence; In tiles:
An example SVG formatted map image. The main OpenStreetMap map display offers a very easy to use "Share" button, which includes an option to generate an SVG image. An example SVG file created in this way Image:Holborn-viaduct-map.svg. Some points to note: The 'share' button is on the right. Find the SVG option under 'Format' for a download
Adds a link, or frame, which will display map data Template parameters [Edit template data] Parameter Description Type Status display display How the template is displayed Suggested values inline title inline,title Default inline Unknown optional text text Text to display for the link (or caption if using mapframe) Default Map Line optional icon icon Set to "no" to turn off the icon that ...