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How2 Master Computer & Internet Maps

Posted by GlennDL

Website Maps:  A Tutorial

or: What do you do when there are no instructions because its supposed to be 'intuitive'.

Whether you use MapQuest, Google Maps, Google Earth or some other mapping software the fundamentals are basically the same.  Google Earth is a great personal mapping program but has a slightly harder learning curve due to its added features and power.  The samples used here and on my website are from CommunityWalk's website which uses Google Maps.  Remember that all mapping software may not use the same terminology as we use here and all map elements may not always appear on all maps, but the basics are here as well as features that may not standout on basic maps.  Just use a little imagination when you encounter a term or element that doesn't match up to one of our examples and above all else click it and see what happens.  You can always start over. 

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1 comments:

Shantell said...

Interesting to know.

November 11, 2008 6:17 AM

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Photo Ops Slideshows:

Photo Ops Slideshows:
Adjacent to some trails/paths you can view some very scenic locations as part of your walk or as a 'break'. These 'Photo Ops" are presented here in fullsized slideshows.

Holcomb Gardens is located along the Central Canal Towpath on the grounds of Butler University. The garden, pond, and other features are very scenic. To view a full sized slideshow of Holcomb Gardens click this link.

Indiana Museum of Art Gardens like Holcomb Gardens is located along the Central Canal Towpath and is reached by crossing a footbridge. The grounds of the Museum features sculpture, foliage and landscaping from the Ely Lilly era. To view a full sized slideshow of click this link.

Indianapolis Arts Center is located along the Monon Trail on the banks of White River. The grounds of the Center features sculpture, foliage and landscaping. To view a full sized slideshow of click this link.

Monon Murals: At several locations along the trail murals can be found on the back of buildings adjacent to the trail. There are over 40 murals painted on the back of a 400 foot long building between 52nd and 54th Street. To view a full sized slideshow of click this link.

Many of the Tree People are located along the 56th Street portion of the Fall Creek Trail. There viewable from the trail/road but you have to look for them. To view a full sized slideshow click this link.

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