Make maps using manually imputed information or imported data, update its legend, theme, or layers, and automatically perform various data analysis tasks.
Maps are a very useful and clear way to present data. This program lets you present information from different sources in a map form to better illustrate the data you are presenting.
The program allows you to import data from MS Excel and Access, and then, it converts those data into a map that shows the information in graphic form. You can show additional data in your map, such as highways, transportation, sites of interest, and more. A}The program has many other functions and, although the results are visually attractive, the program is not easy to use. You will need to devote some time to learn how to use its different functions.
The main disadvantage I found is the cost, which is rather high. Thus, it is not for casual users. Also, as I've said, the learning curve may be steep, due to the many different functions of the program. Nevertheless, there are several videos and other instructional resources you can use to learn how to use all the program's functions. Thus, if you run a company which uses a lot of map-related data, this program can be a wise investment.
You can try the program for 30 days before deciding if you want to purchase it. To download the shareware version, you need to provide a valid e-mail address to receive the download link.
v12.0 [Jun 9, 2013]
Cartographic output
- MapInfo Professional v12.0 provides greater control over the appearance of scalebars allowing transparent backgrounds and borders, giving more space for map display. Enhancements to the Legend Designer introduced in v11.5 provide control over the order of objects within a frame, automatic word wrapping for long text and resizing of style swatches for individual layers. Objects within the layout window can now be quickly aligned.
Labelling
- MapInfo Professional v12.0 delivers substantial improvements to the creation and placement of labels, reducing the need to create custom labels. The smart algorithms allow users to place more curved labels on a map automatically. Options are also provided to fall back to rotated labels where lines are too jagged or curved labels will not fit. Curved labels can now be moved by clicking and dragging them to a new location. The algorithms also provide an intelligent placement of labels for polygons, automatically determining the best location and size for individual labels on densely populated maps. This combined with new automatic callout placement and the ability to set the priority of labelled layers within a map provides a set of comprehensive and flexible labelling options.
In product notifications
- MapInfo Professional v12.0 allows you to keep up-to-date with the latest MapInfo news and events through the inclusion of an in-product notification system. The new reader inside MapInfo Professional will automatically check for and retrieve notifications of important information such as patch releases and updates, thought leadership articles and license expiry notifications.
Technology updates
- With support for Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012, MapInfo Professional v12.0 allows organizations to make use of the latest hardware and software available. Users are now also able to read, write and create SQLite databases allowing seamless interoperability with the range of Autodesk products. The inclusion of the new Quick Translator makes getting data in and out of MapInfo Professional easier than ever. MapInfo Professional v12 also adds support for PostGIS 2.0, adds improved support for SQL Server Geography type and support for WFS v1.1.
Ease of use
It offers tools such as Compare Table Structure which allows users to compare and edit data in multiple tables simultaneously, the PolyBuilder tool for automatically creating polygons from digitized linework and the Quick Translator tool for getting non-native data in and out of MapInfo Professional, mean complex operations are made straightforward, saving valuable time.
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