1/2/2024 0 Comments The map of the points and polygons of a model laid out in a 2 dimensial shape is brainly![]() A good title should provide some detail about the map’s content without being too wordy or descriptive. The title is a short, descriptive text typically at or near the top of the map. ![]() Other elements are informative enough to be used almost always, including a title, scale, legend, and source information. Additional elements that make for a basic map are title, legend, credits, and scale. Key map elements include figure, ground, and frame. The more technical term neatline is also used. Maps often have a frame, a line drawn around the figure and ground, that acts as a picture frame does for a picture. In this case, it is the countries outside of the United States and the oceans. The figure is juxtaposed against the ground of the map, or in other words, the background. In the map below, the figure of the map is the continental United States. The thing or place being mapped is called the figure of the map. There are potentially dozens of map elements but we focus here on a few key ones. Maps are composed of a varying number of elements. Symbolization: cartographers have many tools to make data more memorable and convincing, and among these are symbolization basics including geometry and visual variables.īy the end of this chapter, you should understand the basic principles of design and symbolization, and tools you can use to make interesting, aesthetically pleasing, and effective maps.Design principles: there are many principles of good design, but we start with the two of hierarchy and balance, which make the difference between boring maps and maps that pop out at the reader.Basic map elements: key elements, such as a title or source, are found on most maps and understanding their purpose will give you a solid foundation for cartography.Map design requires patience, trial and error, and careful attention to detail. The concepts in this chapter are fairly basic to understand, yet they take years to put to good practice. It is up to the cartographer to make the data convincing by turning mundane information into artistic expressions. ![]() The difference between an ordinary map and one that is persuasive and interesting depends on how well the cartographer incorporates principles of good design and symbolization. ![]() ![]() “Design is so simple, that’s why it is so complicated.” Paul Rand, graphic designer ![]()
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