Visualisation of Geodata and Map Making#
This chapter focuses on the visualisation and representation of Geodata. The first chapter introduces visual variables, which are the main elements how to select a symbol to represent geographic information. Visual variables are the graphical means for visually transcribing information. This chapter will also cover how to set up symbols, colours, labels, and styles within QGIS. The second chapter is dedicated to the creation of finished (and printable) maps. In QGIS, this is done in the Print Layout Composer. The last chapter, “Examples of Good Map Design”, showcases good map design explaining the good design choices within their context. This chapter also covers some of the common errors in Map design.
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At the end of this chapter you should: Know the different visual variables; Know how to open the styling panel; Know how to configure the symbology, colour, and labels for vector data; Know what to consider when visualising certain types of information; Know how to load and save styles. |
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At the end of this chapter, you should: Know the basics of good map composition; Understand the print layout composer in QGIS; Know which elements are essential for a completed map; Know how to create map templates; Know how to use the Atlas function. |
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At the end of this chapter, you should: Know a few examples of good map design and how to recreate them; Know good practices and which mistakes to avoid; Know the four semiological errors. |
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Here you can find all the exercises related to module 4. |