[Qgis-user] Additional data

I have been using databases for years and have used QGIS since 1.8 for general mapping. I know it can use additional data attached to the geographic data via a union query to display lots of different things. I have map areas where population density would be nice to display using different

[Qgis-user] Points / Pins

I need help to understand how to add a set of points to my map. I have a good looking base map where I have areas delineated and I need to associate points within each area. These need to be small pin points that can have info connected to each one that pertains to that pin. And able to be

[Qgis-user] QGIS on Android

I have 2.8 on my android and have copied over several data sets in ESRI format to load as vector layers. (.shp, .shx, .prj, .dbf, etc. ) They are the same sets I load in QGIS on my laptop and include all of the files used to load there. When I try to load a vector layer using these same files

[Qgis-user] Open Layers plugin

Sorry for the earlier note. I found it. It was just moved to a different place in the menu. Thanks Chuck ___ Qgis-user mailing list Qgis-user@lists.osgeo.org http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/qgis-user

[Qgis-user] 2.6 can't access Open Layers plugin

in earlier versions of QGIS I have used the plugin to add aerial map background and for digitizing to correct the Tiger files road data but now it doesn't show up as s selection in the drop down. What can I do to get it back? Or is there a problem with 2.6.1 and Open Layers? Thanks! Chuck

[Qgis-user] SQL to update table

I am trying to eliminate the text NULL from a table. I have imported a set of Tiger road data and in some of the columns that I need to display the data itr has NULL in the field. If it is Null I would really like that NOT to show up in the labeling on the map. I have tried some standard SQL

[Qgis-user] Create Spatialite DB and import prj files

Hello! I am using Qgis 2.2 and am having trouble getting a Spatialite db to work. In earlier versions I was able to use the Spatialite GUI and create a db and import the prj files from the layers then create a new Qgis project and use the db in place of the individual prj files. I have tried

[Qgis-user] US Tiger files

Hello. I am working with some Tiger files from the US Census. I have several files which contain road data, water, etc. There are also Address files but these contain no .prj files. I would like to know what I need to do to get this data connected to the road layer or what ever layer it should

[Qgis-user] Select a line or polygon to cut and paste to a new layer

In version 1.8 and earlier I was able to select a line or polygon and cut and paste it to a different layer. Now I can't find the tool to select anything to do that with. Please help me find it if it is still there. I have been away from the program for a bit so it may be hidden somewhere or I

[Qgis-user] reinstall of 2.2

Help! I changed drives to get more space and Qgis 2.2 lost connection to its files. I got a message that I need to find the Grass installation path (GISBASE). I did a reinstall from a fresh download from the Qgis site. Now I get the same message that I need to select the Grass installation path

[Qgis-user] Snap to Vertex

Thanks in advance for the help! I am making a layer of polygons and want to snap to the vertices of the adjacent polygon when creating boundaries. I have heard that it is a function but haven't found it. Probably looking in the wrong place. Thanks again! chuck

[Qgis-user] GeoPDF / Map2PDF

Is there a way to directly use the data in a GeoPDF created by Map2PDF in Qgis? Or maybe a plugin that will read it Thanks! Chuck ___ Qgis-user mailing list Qgis-user@lists.osgeo.org http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/qgis-user

[Qgis-user] Google earth KLM files

I know some of you have talked about how to get and use the Google Earth KLM (?) files for background images. I need to get a set for an area in the Dominican Republic. I was using the Google satelite imagry and it was nice but It is loading sporatically because I am using Qgis 2.0, and because

[Qgis-user] OpenLayers Google Satelite layer

Any ideas why? When I first loaded the shape files for Dominican Republic (For which I thank you all for pointing me in the right direction.), everything went fine. The maps loaded fast and kept up as I scrolled about the area I am interested in. Now however, when I reload the project, the map

Re: [Qgis-user] Dominican Republic Shape files

Thanks to all who responded. I have some of the data from your suggested sites. I will look to see if this is what I need. Also I know from past experience that this type of data usually needs soem enhancement for a specific area. So I will procede with what is available. On Thu, Nov 14, 2013

[Qgis-user] Dominican Republic Shape files

I am looking for any good shapefiles for central DR. Especially roade and rivers Thanks ahead of time Chuck ___ Qgis-user mailing list Qgis-user@lists.osgeo.org http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/qgis-user

[Qgis-user] Tables

I have Two Tiger files that I need to associate. One is the roads layer: tl_2010_04007_roads.shp, with tl_2010_04007_roads.dbf The other is the address data table: tl_2010_04007_addr.dbf I need to understand how to get the data in the address table to work with the shape file and display data

[Qgis-user] Wall Map

I want to print a wall map in the size of 8FT x 4FT. I am using a double 19 inch monitor setup and need to be able to select the entire area to be printed, and get it to come into the Print Composer with the correct zoom level. At present I get the same view as I get on my two monitor setup. I

[Qgis-user] Display selected polygons with different color by criteria

I have a set of area polygons that are defined with extra columns containing integers related to the completeness of their coverage. I need to have them appear in different colors or hatch patterns based on the numeric value applied to each one. How would I go about that? I can select them using

[Qgis-user] Export to New Projection is Missing

I have Qgis 1.7.3 (Win 7) on my Tower and in the Vector menu it has the Data Management Tools Export to New Projection. The same version loaded on my win 7 laptop has *no export option in the vector menu*. I thought it might have gotten deinstalled or something so I reinstalled the latest

[Qgis-user] Google Earth

I hope someone will take the time to help me understand the use of Google Earth images and how to acquire them and use them in QGIS. I have been using Google Earth free version for some time. The images are clear and very good resolution. I recently purchased a copy of the area I need that is in

[Qgis-user] trimming unwanted areas

I have MfrSID raster layer and two Tiger file vector layers. The image file is for the north half of the county and the vector files (roads and water) cover the entire county. I have imported them all into the SpatiaLite database. What I need to do is trim off the data that is outside the

[Qgis-user] Qgis reports

I didn't see this going to Qgis-User so thought I would re-post it On Sat, Jan 21, 2012 at 6:46 PM, Chuck Young wylie1...@gmail.com wrote: Is anyone using Qgis with joined tables that contain extra info connected to a point or polygon where the data is displayed in a report which contains a n

[Qgis-user] Isolate one polygon from a layer

I am trying to get an individual image of a polygon from a layer where there are numerous polygons that are adjacent to each other and share common boundaries. What I need to do is be able to hide the boundaries of the surrounding polygons while getting a view of the selected polygon for display.

[Qgis-user] table data use

I am wondering how I can use data in a table that is not geo data but is part of the record. For instance: I have a property parcel shape file that shows the boundaries etc but I want to be able to display the ownership info, Address data, acreage, survey / Plat ID etc., Section Township and

[Qgis-user] Re: Bookmarks

Never mind. I figured it out. If anyone else has a question on this let me know. There may be another way to do it but what I found works. Thanks Chuck On Sun, Jun 26, 2011 at 3:19 PM, Chuck Young wylie1...@gmail.com wrote: I understand that bookmarks are global at present

[Qgis-user] Bookmarks

I understand that bookmarks are global at present and that they are available to all projects. I would like to / need to have the ability to copy the bookmarks from one installation to another so all those on the project can use the same bookmarks. I saw some discussion on this from several

[Qgis-user] Apply Style to multiple layers

Is there a way to apply a style to multiple layers with one action? I have a set of independent layers that are similar data but kept distinct for clarity. I need to be able to apply the same style to all selected layers rather than going to each one and going through the properties, load style,

[Qgis-user] Spatialite queries

Just wondering if there is a utility that allows one to select a shape through a GUI and display it / zoom to it. What I am working on is a set of shapes that represent areas where individuals work and I need to be able to go to any given area and find info on and display that area. I have been

[Qgis-user] Re: Spatialite queries

Found the Find By Attribute Plugin and that seems to work well enpough Thanks Chuck On Thu, Jun 9, 2011 at 5:50 PM, Chuck Young wylie1...@gmail.com wrote: Just wondering if there is a utility that allows one to select a shape through a GUI and display it / zoom to it. What I am working

[Qgis-user] Print file

I have a map that needs to print 84 inches by 36 inches. I set up the Print Composer and it shows my text as extremely large for the print. I have no way of knowing what it will really look like at print. I tried to print to PDF but it only printed a section of the image (or so it seems). I

[Qgis-user] projection delema

I have a question related to the projection: I have started with a layer set to the above projection. Its metadata shows that it is set to the NAD83 / UTM 12 projection by displaying the same details +proj=utm +zone=12 +ellps=GRS80 +datum=NAD83 +units=m +no_defs . I have created a new vector

[Qgis-user] Zoom Level Label display

I have looked all over the GUI for a way to get the Zoom Level Label Display (Scale Based Visibility) to work. I am sure it does but so far I haven't found a way. Or maybe there is some other setup that I am missing. I have tried all sorts of combinations of Minimum and Maximum values and see

[Qgis-user] copy objects

Thanks in advance for any help on this. I have a line shape file of roads and want to select the multiple segments of certain roads and copy them to a new vector layer. Is this possible and if so what would be the procedure? Again, Thanks Chuck ___

[Qgis-user] help

I am new to this list and hope you can help. I have a GeoTif raster file that currently shows +proj=longlat +ellps=WGS84 +datum=WGS84 +no_defs as its CRS in the Options form in QGIS. I have the Tiger shapefile that has in the .prj file