Spatial Manager Blog (page 7)
Add elevation data to existing points in DWG/DXF
Spatial Manager has utilities for working with terrains and elevations. One of them lets you search elevations for existing points. By following a few steps, it is possible to create a data field and store the elevation value in it,... more
Export elevation labels in feet in Google Earth
Google Earth internally uses meters for elevation units, which can be an obstacle when feet are required. This tutorial explains an easy workaround for viewing contour elevation values in Google Earth and displaying them in feet.Available for... more
Start a drafting project over Google Earth imagery base
This article explains how to start a drafting or design project using a Google Earth imagery base. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to overlay drawings, plans, or architectural projects onto real satellite images from Google Earth, allowing users to... more
Adjust geometries to a base map
Rubber sheeting refers to a method in mapping and surveying where a map or spatial data is adjusted or “stretched” to align with a reference map or coordinate system. This process helps to fix distortions caused by differences in scale,... more
Esri Geodatabase File to DWG/DXF
An ESRI Geodatabase File (FileGDB) is a powerful database system designed to store, query, and manage spatial data as a collection of files stored directly on disk without requiring a database server. It serves as a centralized repository for geographic... more
Import Google Earth historical imagery to DWG
Download historical imagery directly from Google Earth to your DWG using your preferred CAD platform for enhanced accuracy and analysis. Get aerial photographs from different dates and compare the evolution of land and buildings over the years to make informed... more