Abstract
 Label Conflict Detection on Complex Mapping Projects Track: Cartography and Map Production Author(s): Kevin McMaster A detailed mapping project that covers a large, complex area is prone to a number of issues not generally associated with maps of lesser complexity. Namely, labeling conflicts that can usually be detected visually are difficult to pick up when dealing with thousands of labels on top of complex feature datasets. The use of a search grid is useful, but still labeling conflicts will remain despite repeated passes as there is nothing to guarantee that all conflicts have been spotted and resolved. This paper examines the innovative use of data format conversion and raster modeling to pinpoint and highlight label conflicts. This method saved time and effort, but most important, it virtually guaranteed a final map product free of labeling conflicts. Kevin McMaster URS Corp GIS 200 Orchard Ridge Drive Suite 101 Gaithersburg , MD 20878 US Phone: 301-258-9780 Fax: 301-869-8728 E-mail: kevin_mcmaster@urscorp.com |
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