Translation Service Guide: Defining a Map Location

Translating a Static Map:

As we discussed in the Static vs Geospatial Map Guide, Geospatial Maps are associated with real-world coordinates. 

Therefore, you must define a location for your Static Map to Translate it to a Geospatial Map.

Defining a Geospatial Location:

After you click “Continue” on the initial Translation Service pop-up window, you will be taken to a pop-up titled “Geospatial Map Location.”

Input your desired address or location into the “Location” search bar. The search bar uses typeahead to predict the Location you’re looking for.

Once you’ve selected a Location, the “Submit” button will become clickable. Click “Submit” to view your Map Image the World Map and align it.

Check out the Map Alignment Guide for help perfectly aligning your Geospatial Map!

Pro Tip: If you don’t know the exact address of your Map Image, you can the search bar supports more general descriptions. You can then manually fine-tune the Map Image on the alignment page.

In the examples to the right, the User can define “Philadelphia, PA” as a Location, or a specific address within Philadelphia.