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Generalization

In order to display complex features on the small space of a map, the information must be generalized, which means the amount of information and the detail must be reduced.

Generalization involves various operations or techniques for selecting the proper amount of content to show on a map and how that content is displayed.

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2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting

The Center of Excellence for Geospatial Information Science (CEGIS) was proud to host the 2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting July 22-24, 2025. The annual research meeting is a special occasion to celebrate our accomplishments, explore ongoing projects, and foster collaboration for future endeavors. This year's gathering featured a broad range of presentations from our researchers and their...
2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting

2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting

The Center of Excellence for Geospatial Information Science (CEGIS) was proud to host the 2025 CEGIS Annual Research Meeting July 22-24, 2025. The annual research meeting is a special occasion to celebrate our accomplishments, explore ongoing projects, and foster collaboration for future endeavors. This year's gathering featured a broad range of presentations from our researchers and their...
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Generalization

To display content legibly within the small space of a topographic map at a specific map scale, symbols must often be generalized. This means that the amount of information and detail shown must be reduced. This is particularly important for smaller-scale maps, which cover larger areas. Generalization involves a variety of techniques for selecting the appropriate content for a given scale and...
Generalization

Generalization

To display content legibly within the small space of a topographic map at a specific map scale, symbols must often be generalized. This means that the amount of information and detail shown must be reduced. This is particularly important for smaller-scale maps, which cover larger areas. Generalization involves a variety of techniques for selecting the appropriate content for a given scale and...
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