Map Export
The map and its data can be exported in different formats.
Image export
Screenshot
- Click Export > Image
- Select the format:
- PNG: Image with transparency
- JPEG: Compressed image
- Choose the resolution
- Download
The image includes:
- The visible map
- Markers
- Legend
Image export options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Low, Medium, High, Very high |
| Include legend | Add the legend to the image |
| Include title | Add a title |
| Include date | Timestamp the export |
Data export
GeoJSON format
Export coordinates in GeoJSON format:
- Click Export > GeoJSON
- The .geojson file is downloaded
Usable in:
- QGIS
- Google Earth
- Other GIS tools
KML format
Export in Google Earth format:
- Click Export > KML
- The .kml file is downloaded
Open in Google Earth to view.
CSV format with coordinates
Tabular export with latitude/longitude:
- Click Export > CSV
- The file includes all columns + coordinates
Filtered export
Export respects active filters:
- Only visible elements are exported
- Statistics reflect the filters
Printing
Print the map
- Click Print
- Configure the layout:
- Orientation (Portrait/Landscape)
- Format (A4, A3, Letter)
- Margins
- Add a title and description
- Print or save as PDF
Printed elements
- Map with markers
- Legend
- Title and description
- Scale
- Print date
- Applied filters
Share the view
Share link
- Configure the view (zoom, filters, layers)
- Click Share
- Copy the generated link
The link preserves:
- Position and zoom
- Active filters
- Selected layers
Embed in a report
The exported image can be inserted into:
- Word/PDF reports
- PowerPoint presentations
- Project documents
Automation
Scheduled export
For periodic reports, export can be automated via API:
GET /api/carte/export?format=png®ion=dakar
See the API documentation for more details.