Geo Elevation for Mac
Geo Elevation is a robust tool that lets you easily create cross-sectional elevation charts of any path or point on a map. Whether you’re curious about the elevation profile of Mount Everest or want to explore the decline toward the ocean from your doorstep, Geo Elevation provides a detailed and interactive chart with just a few clicks.
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Features
- Interactive Elevation Profiles: Click on any part of the elevation line in the chart to see its exact location on the map.
- High-Definition Profiles: Automatically allocate up to 100 points along your path for detailed elevation data.
- Multiple Measurement Units: Measure elevation in feet, yards, meters, miles, and kilometers.
- Save and Print Options: Export your elevation charts in PDF format for easy sharing and printing.
- Advanced User Interface: Customized UI and Multi-Document Window Design tailored for Mac users.
- Dynamic Path Adjustment: Drag waypoints to modify paths and see updates in real time.
- Instant Distance Calculation: Quickly calculate the distance along your path as you draw.
- Navigation and Search Tools: Lock the screen to navigate or use the search feature to zoom quickly to specific locations.
- Multiple Undo/Redo: Easily correct any mistakes with unlimited undo/redo functionality.
- Clear All Feature: Reset your entire project with a single button for a fresh start.
- Localizations: Available in English and Japanese.
Usage
- Outdoor Activities Planning: Ideal for hikers and mountaineers to plan routes or check elevation profiles of trails.
- Educational Tool in Geology and Earth Science: Teachers can facilitate hands-on learning by letting students compare their theoretical elevation calculations with real-world data.
- Event Route Planning: Useful for organizers of biking, running, or walking events to determine the most challenging or scenic routes.
- Flood Risk Assessment: Draw paths from specific locations to bodies of water to understand potential flood zones before severe weather events.
- Travel and Exploration: Enthusiasts can explore famous geographical landmarks from home by analyzing elevation profiles of places like the Mariana Trench or other significant sites.