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My Maps (Ad Supported) 0.1.3
***NO LONGER SUPPORTED*** I am no longer able toupdate/supportthisapp. Sorry about that :( ****************** MyMaps isanAndroid-only app that allows you to see your currentGPSlocationoverlaid over a user-supplied map (PNG, JPG, andGIFsupported).Like my app? Buy the ad-freeversion:http://goo.gl/aguP0***INSTRUCTIONS*** 1) Find a map thatyou wouldlike to use (higherresolution and image size is better).Often parkwebsites have aPDF of the trail maps (see step 2). 2)Convert toappropriateformat if necessary. Online PDF conversionsitesavailable from:http://docupub.com/pdfconvert/ 3) Create a newmapby tapping theplus icon from the main screen. 4) Fill in aname,notes (if youwant), and pick an image file, tap the save icon.5)Open the mapwith a short-tap from the list. 6) Add tworeferencepoints to beable to see your location. ***ADDINGREFERENCEPOINTS*** To be ableto use an image file as a map, itneeds to begeoreferenced (setrelative scale and rotation) first byadding tworeference points.1) With the desired map open, tap theplus icon.2) Move and zoomthe map so the crosshair is over thedesiredposition of thereference point and tap the check box icon.3) Younow have twooptions: use your current location, or enterapre-determinedlatitude and longitude. 3a) To use the yourcurrentGPScoordinates, check the box titled "Use Current Location"andwaituntil the accuracy is at a reasonable value (10 meters isthebestI've seen), then tap Create. 3b) Otherwise, enterthecoordinatesusing decimal form (eg: 48.6940, -123.412256) withasmany decimalplaces as possible. ***MODIFYING REFERENCEPOINTS***Once created,reference points can be moved and theirGPScoordinates changed. 1)Ensure you can see the points on themap(Enable Visibility fromthe Settings). 2) Tap on the referencepointon the map (zoom in ifnecessary). 3) Change the GPS dataasdesired. If you would like tomove the reference point, checkthebox titled: "Set new bitmapcoordinates" 4) Tap Save, or Deleteifyou would like to removethat reference point. ***ACCURACYNOTES***As this is a betaversion, currently only the first tworeferencepoints are used incalculating your position. As such,yourdisplayed position is mostaccurate in between the setreferencepoints. (Send me an email andtell me how accurate it hasbeen foryou!) Additionally, if the mapyou are using is not toscale...Ican't really help you, try andfind a better map. ***BUGREPORTS /COMMENTS**** If you get anyForce Close messages, pleasesend thebug report, it's the best wayfor me to be able to fix anyproblemsyou are experiencing. Anycomments and suggestions can besent to meby email [email protected] and are highlyappreciated (goodor bad)!***DISCLAIMER*** I take no responsibilityfor anything badthathappens as a result of using my app. GPS shouldnever bereliedupon and does not replace good navigational skills orcommonsense.Use at your own discretion.
OS Maps
OS Maps is the new, simple-to-usebutfeature-rich map app you can trust from Ordnance Survey. Thisisthe app you need for downloading a digital version of anOSExplorer or OS Landranger paper map that you’ve bought withaunique code.OS Maps is highly detailed mapping data, embedded in an appthat’sdesigned to help you navigate Great Britainwithoutrestrictions.Whether you choose to download and use the free version of OSMapsor you choose to upgrade and subscribe to enjoy the fullfeaturesand mapping, we’ll give you (and your friends or family)access toeverything you love about the outdoors – via your handhelddevice,or by logging in to your online account.With OS Maps in your hand, we’ll guide you and let you knowifyou’re going off course. It’s reliable, friendlyandeasy-on-the-eye, so it’s an ideal map app for walkers andramblers:runners and cyclists will benefit from future features,too.GO FURTHER WITH OSYou’ll recognise all the familiar map symbols and icons you’reusedto seeing on our paper maps. And we've made sure OS Map’sdigitallabels, screens and menus are easy to read and use, both atnightas well as during the day:• Choose the right map – switch between standard or aerialviews,check out ‘night vision’ maps too• Switch between 1:50 000 (Landranger) and 1:25 000(Explorer)(subscription version)• View all your downloaded OS Explorer and OS Landranger mapareasoffline• Take your mobile device out and about with you in town andcountry– explore the nation• Create new routes, see your route appear as you record itNAVIGATE MORE EASILYOnce you’ve purchased a printed map and redeemed the uniquecode,you can download your map tile and save it for futurereference in‘My Maps’ on your device. That means you’ll have accessto the mapany and everywhere, 24/7, even if your device has nointernetconnection:• Personalise, edit and name your route• Check out the terrain before you start travelling• Track changes in elevation as you create and plot yourroute• … and as we update OS Maps, you’ll be the first to accessevenmore features.
My Maps 0.1.3
***NO LONGER SUPPORTED*** I am no longer able to update/supportthisapp. Keep that in mind before purchasing. Sorry about that :(Trythe Ad Supported version first before buying!http://goo.gl/lMW0F****************** My Maps is an Android-onlyapp that allows you tosee your current GPS location overlaid overa user-supplied map(PNG, JPG, and GIF supported).***INSTRUCTIONS*** 1) Find a map thatyou would like to use (higherresolution and image size is better).Often park websites have aPDF of the trail maps (see step 2). 2)Convert to appropriateformat if necessary. Online PDF conversionsites available from:http://docupub.com/pdfconvert/ 3) Create a newmap by tapping theplus icon from the main screen. 4) Fill in aname, notes (if youwant), and pick an image file, tap the saveicon. 5) Open the mapwith a short-tap from the list. 6) Add tworeference points to beable to see your location. ***ADDINGREFERENCE POINTS*** To be ableto use an image file as a map, itneeds to be georeferenced (setrelative scale and rotation) first byadding two reference points.1) With the desired map open, tap theplus icon. 2) Move and zoomthe map so the crosshair is over thedesired position of thereference point and tap the check box icon.3) You now have twooptions: use your current location, or enter apre-determinedlatitude and longitude. 3a) To use the your currentGPScoordinates, check the box titled "Use Current Location" andwaituntil the accuracy is at a reasonable value (10 meters is thebestI've seen), then tap Create. 3b) Otherwise, enter thecoordinatesusing decimal form (eg: 48.6940, -123.412256) with asmany decimalplaces as possible. ***MODIFYING REFERENCE POINTS***Once created,reference points can be moved and their GPScoordinates changed. 1)Ensure you can see the points on the map(Enable Visibility fromthe Settings). 2) Tap on the reference pointon the map (zoom in ifnecessary). 3) Change the GPS data asdesired. If you would like tomove the reference point, check thebox titled: "Set new bitmapcoordinates" 4) Tap Save, or Delete ifyou would like to removethat reference point. ***ACCURACY NOTES***As this is a betaversion, currently only the first two referencepoints are used incalculating your position. As such, yourdisplayed position is mostaccurate in between the set referencepoints. (Send me an email andtell me how accurate it has been foryou!) Additionally, if the mapyou are using is not to scale...Ican't really help you, try andfind a better map. ***BUG REPORTS /COMMENTS**** If you get anyForce Close messages, please send thebug report, it's the best wayfor me to be able to fix any problemsyou are experiencing. Anycomments and suggestions can be sent to meby email [email protected] and are highly appreciated (goodor bad)!***DISCLAIMER*** I take no responsibility for anything badthathappens as a result of using my app. GPS should never bereliedupon and does not replace good navigational skills or commonsense.Use at your own discretion.
