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Authoritative World Map Vector Data with Official Approval Number (AMap Source)

Building on previous world map solutions—either officially approved but misaligned or precisely georeferenced but non-compliant—we present Amap's dataset that combines regulatory compliance, spatial accuracy, and practical usability.

Source:
Amap DistrictLayer API

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Georeferencing Marathon Route Maps in QGIS: Manual vs. AI-Assisted Approaches

When crafting dynamic marathon routes from official maps, directly tracing simplified route images is inefficient without proper spatial referencing. Georeferencing solves this by aligning raster images with real-world coordinates.

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Batch Exporting CAD Layers to Shapefile in QGIS

When processing DWG data in QGIS, exporting multiple layers individually becomes tedious. Here are three efficient batch export methods。

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Creating Dynamic Marathon Route Visualizations with MapPlus: A No-Code GIS Solution

When asked about generating dynamic marathon route maps like those in Beijing Marathon 2024, I discovered MapPlus—a zero-code solution for creating animated race visualizations. This tool eliminates the need for custom development while producing professional-grade outputs.

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Extracting Administrative Division Codes from Authoritative National GIS Datasets

In our previous article 《「GIS Data」Download Updated National Administrative Division Codes》, we discussed methods to acquire administrative codes. A common application is powering location selection components in frontend systems, as shown below:

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Exporting Administrative Division Codes from QGIS Attribute Tables

When our frontend team requested updated administrative division codes, I leveraged the 2024 national standard vector map dataset (Approval No. GS(2024) 0650) shared in our previous article. This official dataset contains accurate administrative codes within its attribute tables, making it ideal for extraction.

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Updated 2024 Administrative Division Data with Official Approval Number GS(2024)0650

Building upon our previous sharing of district/county-level administrative division data, we now provide the 2024 updated version sourced from China's official platform. This dataset addresses limitations in earlier versions (e.g., data gaps, insufficient detail) while maintaining cartographic compliance.

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Ncview: Lightweight Visualization Tool for netCDF Data

Following our previous articles on the https://malagis.com/gis-data-share-2010-2020-global-forest-age-distribution-gami-data.html and https://malagis.com/qgis-open-netcdf-file-methods-summary-solutions.html, we introduce Ncview - a specialized tool for quick visualization of netCDF format data without launching full GIS applications.

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Unraveling the Hydrology: Why Vietnamese Floodwaters Flow North into Guangxi

While reviewing flood reports, an unusual phenomenon caught my attention: Vietnamese ducks carried by floodwaters into Guangxi, China. This initially seemed geographically counterintuitive—Vietnam lies south of China, so why would floodwaters flow northward? Further investigation revealed fascinating hydrological realities.

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NASA Landsat's Alphabet Fun: Spell Your Name with Satellite Imagery

While browsing NASA resources, I discovered an intriguing tool called "Your Name In Landsat". This creative application transforms text into satellite imagery mosaics - a perfect diversion as we approach the Mid-Autumn Festival.


Example output: "malagis" spelled with Landsat imagery

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