Viewing
large maps: Overview window
The
Overview
window displays
the entire contents of the map currently being viewed
in the right panel as in Map Console
with Overview window. This feature is useful
for viewing precise areas of a large map. To magnify areas
in your map:
- Click theOverviewtoolbar button or selectMap>Overview.
- Click and drag the pointer to outline a small rectangular area. This area is then magnified and displayed in the right panel.To resize the rectangle, click and drag its borders in the Overview window. The smaller you make the rectangle, the more magnified the view becomes in the right panel.You can also move the rectangle to a new area as well, by clicking and dragging it. As the rectangle is moved, the view in the right panel changes accordingly.Map Console with Overview window
