Naming Tracks

[johnf0246]

I am looking into using TF for developing a trail map for the system and non system trails in Sedona, AZ. I have downloaded the tracks for over 130 trails and now I would like to label each trail with the name the locals use for each trail.

On the Sea Otter Race Map I see trail names being incorporated, but I don't see a tool or explaination in search as to how to include (example) the name Highline on the Highline gpx track on my downloaded map.

Please advise how trail labeling is accomplished.

[ScottMorris]

Hi,

Well, you can certainly name tracks in TF and that info is stored and exported, but currently there is no way to draw that name along with the track.

You can drop waypoints (with no symbol) that can stand as trail names and point out other features... but, the text cannot be rotated, so it always runs horizontally.

On some of the maps we produce (e.g. Sea Otter) we add other text features after exporting in TopoFusion (using Photoshop).  A lot of the horizontal text is done by waypoints, though.

Hope that helps.

[johnf0246]

Scott:

Thanks, I met you with Chad at the AZSF. Will let you know how it works.

John