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Linear scale<\/h2>\n

A linear scale, similar to those on traditional paper maps, provides a graphical representation of the scale. It allows for quick and intuitive estimation of real-world distances based on measurements on the map. <\/p>\n

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Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n

A segment marked on the scale corresponds to a real-world distance of 100 meters, according to the scale at which the map is displayed.<\/p>\n

Numeric Scale and Scale Level<\/h2>\n

The numeric scale indicates the ratio of the reduction of objects on the map to their actual size.<\/p>\n

It is presented as a fraction, e.g., 1:500, which means that an object 1\u202fm long on the map corresponds to 500\u202fm in reality.<\/p>\n

A scale level is a representation of the map scale used in interactive maps (such as Google Maps, etc.)<\/p>\n

Scale levels are usually represented by numbers from 1 to 22.<\/p>\n

There is no single conversion between Scale Levels and Numeric Scale. The Numeric Scale values for a given level depend on latitude and longitude, as well as the screen resolution. <\/p>\n

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  1. Level 1 represents a view of the entire world<\/li>\n
  2. Level 22 represents a view of a single car<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Project Coordinate System<\/h2>\n

    The project coordinate system is a reference system used in a project that allows determining the location of points on a map or in a digital model.<\/p>\n

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    Cursor coordinates<\/h2>\n

    The Cursor Coordinates tool is part of the Tools Panel, where the current coordinates of the cursor are displayed when it is over the map<\/p>\n

    The cursor coordinates are displayed in the coordinate system defined in the Coordinate System Change Tool.<\/p>\n

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    System version information<\/h2>\n

    System version information is the precise designation of the edition of the software that is running. This information is crucial for technical support teams and developers, as it allows for a quick and accurate response in case of an error or issue report. <\/p>\n

    Clicking the system version icon will copy the information to the clipboard.<\/p>\n

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