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Jul 242018
 

Digimap is launching a fresh, new-look home page on 1st August 2018. All the functionality of the current page will still be available and easy to find, but the new page will look like this:

Links to each Digimap Collection run horizontally across the top of the page, rather than vertically down the left hand side, leaving room for future developments.

As with the current homepage, login is possible either using the login button in the top right corner or by accessing each Roam or Data Download application directly.

There is also now a bold image illustrating the maps and data in each collection, making it clear what to expect when you access the service.

“Access maps and data in just two clicks: select the collection first, then the application you need.”

 

The left hand column has expanded to include more information about the maps and data in each collection. It also provides more detail on how to access the maps and data and easier links to help information.  Our objective was to provide a better insight into the content of each Collection, inspiring ideas and showcasing some of the data available.

Access to Roam and Data Download will continue to be easy using the big buttons on the right hand side.  You will also be able to access previous versions of applications, as you can now, below the current versions, and the existing user registration system remains unchanged.  We have endeavoured to make better use of the space on each page, offering a fresh new look while maintaining a clear and easy route to access all facilities.

As ever, we welcome any feedback on Digimap:

 

 24 July, 2018  Posted by at 5:17 pm Digimap News, New Features, Of Interest Tagged with:  Comments Off on New Digimap home page coming soon
Jul 182018
 

The data available through Marine Digimap is changing on 1 August 2018.

Image of OceanWise Marine Themes vector data

(c) British Crown and OceanWise, 2018. All rights reserved. Licence number EK001-20180802. Not to be used for navigation.

From 1st August 2018, Marine Digimap will offer data from OceanWise Ltd., specialists in marine environmental data. The new data offers almost identical content and will be available for both mapping and data download. Regular data updates will also be supplied.

The data currently available (until 31 July 2018) is licensed by SeaZone, whose data products have been discontinued for both new sales and renewals. This means that the SeaZone data cannot be provided beyond the end of current licences.

Watch this space for more information about the data change. As ever, we are happy to answer any questions you may have. Our contact details are below.

 

 18 July, 2018  Posted by at 3:24 pm Digimap News Comments Off on Marine Digimap: data changes for August 2018
Jun 062018
 

We are delighted to announce that a new version of Digimap’s Data Download is now available.   This is a “beta” version so we will keep the current interface running while you explore the new improved service. We know that teaching and support materials may need to be updated so we hope that a transition period will help.

Data Download takes it’s new fresh-faced look from the recent updates to Roam, Digimap’s mapping facility.  The search bar is now at the top left hand side and all the action happens in the variable width side panel below it.  A big improvement is that you now have more ways to specify the area of data you need. In addition to defining a rectangle, you can now create an irregular polygon as your area of interest or a buffer zone from a point or line that you define. We’ve also added a “Locate Me” button* to help you easily find data for the area local to you.

The panel on the left now shows a straightforward and easy-to-use list of all available data and shows more clearly how much data can be selected in a single request, along with the availability grids for each product.

As ever, you can add multiple products to any data order, selecting the format, version and date from the basket prior to submitting your order.  As a new feature, you can now request your data to be sent to you as a single download, or for each dataset to be sent as soon as it’s ready.

Remember Digimap has a lot of previous versions of several datasets, dating back to 1999 in some cases. If you are interested in data for a specific date, use the Version drop down menu in the basket to access the archives.

We welcome any feedback you may have on the new interface;  please get in touch:

*Note that the Locate Me function may not work using Internet Explorer 11

 6 June, 2018  Posted by at 5:46 pm Digimap News, New Features, Of Interest Tagged with:  Comments Off on Fresh faced new Data Download
May 252018
 

In line with the new General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) which come into effect on Friday 25th May 2018, we have updated our Privacy Policy for Digimap. You can find a copy of it here:

http://digimap.edina.ac.uk/webhelp/digimapsupport/about.htm#access/privacypolicy.htm

This document describes what personal information we collect and how we use that information.

If you would like us to contact you with information about new products and services EDINA may offer you can check your communication preferences by logging in to Digimap, going to My Digimap in the top right hand corner and selecting Change User Details.

 

We will still send you important service related messages, such as the addition of new data products, maintenance periods and the introduction of new functions and features. If you choose to unsubscribe from one of our emails, though, you may not get these messages

 25 May, 2018  Posted by at 3:00 pm Digimap News Comments Off on Privacy Policy Update
May 112018
 

EDINA is very pleased to announce that Digimap Roam will be updated on Thursday 17th May 2018 to the new version currently available as beta. This change will apply to all Digimap Collections.  The beta version has been available since November 2017 and as a result of feedback we have continued to improve it, adding some useful new features:

  • A “locate me” button – puts a pin on the map according to your current location
  • A “coordinate capture” tool – under Map Information, allows you to click a point and copy/paste the coordinates into other applications
  • A Variable width side panel to offer a larger map window

We are very excited about the new Roam, which has a fresher feel and a more modern look; it’s tablet-friendly with tools that are easier to find and use.  All the main functions are located in the top left hand area, with a pull-out side panel ensuring maximum visibility of the map.

The new version of Roam will appear at the top of the list of applications in each Collection and will be labelled “Updated”. The previous version for each Collection will still be available until 31st July 2018:

We will be running a webinar about the new version of Roam on Wednesday 23 May from 1- 2pm. You can register for this here http://edina.ac.uk/training-and-events. Places are limited, but the webinar will be recorded and available to view later on our YouTube channel. Help pages for the new version of Roam will also be available.

As ever, we welcome feedback on Digimap. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch using any of our social media channels or use our email address or telephone number:

 11 May, 2018  Posted by at 12:25 pm Digimap News, New Features, Service Availability Tagged with: ,  Comments Off on Updating Roam: 17 May 2018
Mar 152018
 

EDINA is pleased to announce a new schedule of webinar dates. Some topics have yet to be confirmed. Please book a place….just click any webinar to go to the booking page.

If you have suggestions for other webinar topics relating to Digimap, please drop us a line on edina@ed.ac.uk or 0131 650 3302.

 15 March, 2018  Posted by at 12:51 pm Digimap News, Training & Events Tagged with: , ,  Comments Off on New Digimap Webinar Schedule
Mar 082018
 

EDINA is very excited to be holding a joint event with King’s College, London on Thursday 22nd March 2018, exploring the benefits of Digimap . Watch this space for a write-up of the event.  If you’re joining us, we’re looking forward to seeing you!

 8 March, 2018  Posted by at 9:15 am Digimap News, Training & Events Tagged with:  Comments Off on Exploring Digimap at Kings College, London
Feb 272018
 

EDINA will be exhibiting at the Jisc Digifest 2018 conference on 6th and 7th March at the ICC in Birmingham. Come and talk to us about exciting developments with Digimap!  We will have demonstrations of all the Digimap services and staff on hand to answer any questions. We will be at Pod 19 in the Exhibitor Zone and DigiLab area.

Digifest 2018

Directions on how to get to the ICC are here: International Convention Centre Broad Street, Birmingham, B1 2EA.

 

 27 February, 2018  Posted by at 11:49 am Digimap News, Training & Events Tagged with: ,  Comments Off on Digimap at Digifest: 6-7 March 2018
Jan 112018
 

Those with long memories will remember the launch of Digimap on 10th January 2000.  This means that the service has just turned 18!happy-birthday

Much has changed since then, with a move from a single mapping application to “lite” and advanced versions through to the recently updated Roam mapping application available today. Changes in web mapping technology have moved on apace, licensing has developed considerably, the range of data available within Digimap has expanded and the number of users and range of uses has increased exponentially.  Digimap has enjoyed many ringing endorsements over the years and EDINA will continue to ensure that Digimap offers value and benefit to the academic sector.  Happy Birthday Digimap!

How Carto has changed since 1998

Four versions of Digimap Carto, the advanced mapping tool. Technology now allows us to combine both simple and advanced functionality into a single application, which we now know as Roam!

 

Roam

2018: Ancient Roam from the Historic Digimap Collection

 11 January, 2018  Posted by at 4:15 pm Digimap News, Of Interest Comments Off on Digimap comes of age
Dec 142017
 

On a recent visit to the University of Exeter the Digimap team learned of their regular Mapathon sessions.  Dr Damien Mansell from the University of Exeter’s Department of Geography has kindly written a short piece about their mapathons for this blog:

Logo_geo_hosts_missingmapsThe second week of November was an important one for Geographers and Geography departments around the world. Not only was it Open Street Map Geography Awareness Week but on the 15th of November it was also GIS day. Both initiatives are international forums to develop interest and understanding of the subject, the technology of Geographical Information Systems, showcase applications, raise public awareness of the significance of place and encourage collaborative mapping. To celebrate, the University of Exeter Geography department hosted a Missing Maps Mapathon. The mapathon collaborates with British Red Cross and Humanitarian Open Street Map Team to map an area where humanitarian organisations are trying to meet the needs of vulnerable people. This mapathon was mapping the Kurigram District in Bangladesh in order to effectively implement disaster risk reduction activities, to enhance resilience to future floods. During the 2 hour mapathon which included wine and pizza, The University of Exeter volunteers managed to make 2,272 map edits which included 2,035 buildings and 1,134 km of roads. The humanitarian aid projects continues at Exeter and we encourage you to host a mapathon for yourselves! http://www.missingmaps.org/host/

mapathon

Images copyright Dr Damien Mansell/University of Exeter

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