Re: Custom Garmin maps



GSV Three Minds in a Can said:-
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>
> Transparent maps seem to have this problem that the least detailed
> level always seems to show, even if there is an empty level above it.
> Stick in an extra level with nothing much on (just one <something>)
> and it might work for you.
>
> The contour maps have 4 levels (3 populated), and I think L3 (the 250m
> multiples) show up at all zoom levels too. You may actually be able to
> get away with non-transparent anyway, since non-transparent doesn't
> seem to always obscure other detailed maps, just the basemap (i.e. I
> have non-transparent detailed maps and I seem to be able to see two at
> once .. although they do hide the basemap).
>
> Garmin's documentation is less than crystal clear. 8>.
>

Brilliant!

The first method works exactly as described. I used a point
object[Region name (no point, big) (0x1400, point)] on level 1, all
footpaths on level 0 and now the paths only appear as they should.

The non-transparent method didn't work for me when combined with a
European Metroguide V6 map, but I am more than happy with the first
method.

Thank you very much for your help.

Tim
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