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-====== Maps ======+====== RKSL Map System v3.3  ====== 
 + 
 +===== Public User Guide ===== 
 + 
 +The Map System is an interactive atlas designed to help you explore the RKSL Studios created maps and assets. 
 + 
 +Using the map you can: 
 + 
 +  * Search for locations  
 +  * View settlements 
 +  * Explore infrastructure 
 +  * Find military and government facilities  
 +  * View roads and transport networks  
 +  * Access related wiki articles  
 +  * Measure distances  
 +  * Plan routes  
 +  * Generate grid references 
 + 
 +No registration is required to browse the map. 
 + 
 +===== Opening the Map ===== 
 + 
 +When the site loads you will see: 
 + 
 +<code -> 
 +Logo 
 +Website 
 +Link 
 +Map Selector 
 +Wiki Link  
 +Filters 
 +Search 
 +Share 
 +Gazetteer 
 +Print 
 +</code> 
 + 
 +The main map occupies the centre of the screen. 
 + 
 +===== Selecting a Map ===== 
 + 
 +Use: Map Selector to choose an available island. 
 + 
 +Examples: 
 + 
 +  * BATUS 
 +  * Bovington 
 +  * SPTA - Salisbury Plain Training Area 
 +  * Mach-Loop - Low Flying Area 7 (LFA7) 
 + 
 +The map will automatically reload. 
 + 
 +==== Searching ==== 
 + 
 +Use the search box at the top of the page. 
 + 
 +Search by: 
 + 
 +  * Settlement Name  
 +  * Region Name  
 +  * Military Base  
 +  * Infrastructure 
 +  * Roads 
 +  * Grid References 
 + 
 +Search suggestions appear automatically while typing. 
 + 
 +==== Filters ==== 
 + 
 +To control what is displayed use: 
 + 
 +  * Category Filter 
 +  * Type Filter 
 + 
 +Category Examples: 
 + 
 +  * Settlements 
 +  * Infrastructure 
 +  * Military 
 +  * Government 
 +  * Transport 
 +  * Tourism 
 +  * Emergency 
 +  * Telecoms 
 + 
 +Types Examples 
 + 
 +  * Types 
 +  * City 
 +  * Village 
 +  * Airport 
 +  * Harbour 
 +  * Hospital 
 +  * Military Base 
 +  * Radar Site 
 + 
 +You can select multiple options. 
 + 
 +===== Map Layers ===== 
 + 
 +Available layers may include: 
 + 
 +  * Roads 
 +  * Areas 
 +  * Grid Overlay 
 + 
 +Toggle layers on or off using the layer controls. 
 + 
 +===== Viewing Information ===== 
 + 
 +Click any marker. 
 + 
 +A popup will display: 
 + 
 +  * Name 
 +  * Category 
 +  * Type 
 +  * Grid Reference 
 +  * Description 
 + 
 +If available: 
 + 
 +  * Open Wiki Article 
 + 
 +will appear. 
 + 
 +Selecting the link opens the related wiki page. 
 + 
 +===== Grid References ===== 
 + 
 +The system supports: 
 + 
 +  * 6 Figure 
 +  * 8 Figure 
 +  * 10 Figure 
 + 
 +grid references. Right-click anywhere on the map to display: 
 + 
 +  * Coordinates 
 +  * Grid Reference 
 +  * Copy Grid Reference 
 + 
 +===== Measuring Distances ===== 
 + 
 +Select: 
 + 
 +  * Measure Tool 
 + 
 +from the map controls. 
 + 
 +Click on the map for the: 
 + 
 +  * Start Point 
 +  * End Point 
 + 
 +The map displays: 
 + 
 +  * Distance 
 +  * Bearing 
 + 
 +===== Range Rings ===== 
 + 
 +Select the Range Ring Tool: 
 + 
 +  * Click a location. 
 +  * Choose a distance. 
 + 
 +Example: 1km 5km 10km 
 + 
 +A ring will be displayed around the selected location. 
 + 
 +===== Route Planning ===== 
 + 
 +Select: **Route Planner** 
 + 
 +Add multiple points. 
 + 
 +The system will calculate: 
 + 
 +  * Total Distance  
 +  * Estimated Travel Time 
 + 
 +===== Grid Overlay ===== 
 + 
 +The map supports: 
 + 
 +  * 1km Grid  
 +  * 10km Grid 
 + 
 +Enable the required overlay using the map controls. 
 + 
 +===== Roads ===== 
 + 
 +__Where available__, roads are displayed as overlays. 
 + 
 +Road classifications may include: 
 + 
 +  * Primary Roads  
 +  * Secondary Roads  
 +  * Tracks  
 +  * Footpaths 
 + 
 +Use the Roads layer toggle to show or hide them. 
 + 
 +NOTE: I have not yet imported the roads for most maps. It will come 
 + 
 +===== Map Information ===== 
 + 
 +Select: **Map Info** 
 + 
 +to view information about the currently selected map. 
 + 
 +This includes: 
 + 
 +  * Map Description  
 +  * Status  
 +  * Completion Progress  
 +  * Statistics  
 +  * Development Notes 
 +  * Change Log 
 + 
 +The information automatically updates when a different map is selected. 
 + 
 +===== Compass ===== 
 + 
 +A compass is displayed on the map. 
 + 
 +The compass indicates: 
 + 
 +North 
 + 
 +and helps with navigation and bearings. 
 + 
 +**NOTE: **//This is pretty much useless, I was going to allow the map to be rotated but it proved a bit pointless so this may disappear at somepoint// 
 + 
 +===== Scale Bar ===== 
 + 
 +A scale bar is displayed on the map. The scale updates automatically as you zoom. 
 + 
 +Example: 
 + 
 +  * 100m 
 +  * 500m 
 +  * 1km 
 +  * 5km 
 + 
 +===== Zoom Controls ===== 
 + 
 +Use: + or - to zoom in and out. You can also the mouse wheel or Touch Gestures on a tablet depending on your device. 
 + 
 +===== Registered User Features ===== 
 + 
 +Registered users may have access to: 
 + 
 +  * Saved Filters  
 +  * Saved Searches  
 +  * Saved Views Favourites 
 + 
 +depending on site configuration. 
 + 
 +===== Tips ===== 
 + 
 +==== Finding a Location Quickly ==== 
 + 
 + use: 
 + 
 +Search 
 + 
 +rather than manually zooming. 
 + 
 +==== Finding Infrastructure ==== 
 + 
 +Filter by: 
 + 
 +Infrastructure 
 + 
 +then select: 
 + 
 +  * Power 
 +  * Water 
 +  * Telecoms 
 + 
 +types. 
 + 
 +==== Military Analysis ==== 
 + 
 +Enable: 
 + 
 +  * Military  
 +  * Roads 
 +  * Grid Overlay 
 + 
 +for operational planning views. 
 + 
 +==== Reading More Information ==== 
 + 
 +Most locations include: 
 + 
 +  * Open Wiki Article 
 + 
 +which provides detailed background information. 
 + 
 +===== Need Help? ===== 
 + 
 +If you encounter missing information or incorrect data, please contact a site administrator. 
 + 
 +The map database is continuously updated as new content is added and reviewed.
  
  
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