Graphic map objects

Most of digital map objects are described in map classifier. Object description includes object code, layer number, map symbol and other parameters. However when you need to put on a map additional information (some comments, auxiliary lines, polygons) it is more convenient to use simple graphic objects that are not described in classifier.

So Graphic map object is an object that is not linked to classifier but has metrics, semantics, unique ID and map symbol. Map symbol (pattern for lines and polygons) is stored in object description.

When data is transferring in exchange SXF (binary or text) format map symbol is transferring along with other object parameters (coordinates, ID, etc). Instead of external code there is a layer number.

To put Graphic object on a map you should open appropriate user map or create new one. After this modes of map editor becomes available (creation of line, polygon, point, etc). Map symbol parameters (line pattern, color, thickness, etc) are available in the dialog opened according to current map editor mode.