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Working with background maps

EFFECTS and RISKCURVES offer a versatile platform that supports various backgrounds including background maps from files (such as images or AUTOCAD drawings) or tile severs directly from the internet. Background maps play a crucial role in visually ...

Updated on : 02 Aug 2024

How to add a tile server

As described in the article " Working with background maps ", tile servers play a crucial role in providing background maps composed of images (tiles) retrieved from online servers. Here is how to add a tile server to your project: Adding a tile ...

Updated on : 02 Aug 2024

How to export a georeferenced map from a tile server

Using a tile server for background maps can be convenient, but reliance on an internet connection might not always be practical. In such cases, exporting a file-based image from a tile server provides a solution. This exported file is automatically ...

Updated on : 02 Aug 2024

How to georeference a background map

Georeferencing pixel-based files EFFECTS and RISKCURVES support pixel-based files such as JPG, PNG, TIFF, GIF and BMP. These files can be used in a relative system or georeferenced for export into GIS systems. Since pixel-based files are composed...

Updated on : 22 Jul 2024

How to export results into Google Earth

Exporting consequence and risk results from EFFECTS and RISKCURVES into dedicated GIS systems provides a dynamic visualisation of hazard zones and their impact on the surrounding environment. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to export consequence...

Updated on : 05 Sep 2024