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Q.Where can I find a key or legend for the map?

Not all map providers publish keys to their maps, but the following are available:

OSM Street Map (basic key)

OSM Symbols

OSM Lines

OSM Areas

Cycle Map

Ordnance Survey (1:25,000)

Ordnance Survey (1:50,000)

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More FAQ's About Mapping Routes

  • How frequently is the Auto-Plot routing updated to take account of map changes?
  • Why does the route planner sometimes say turn left when it is a right turn?
  • Where does the elevation data come from?
  • Does the distance measured by the route planner take account of hills?
  • Why can't I auto-plot on a path or road shown on the map?
  • Why does the route planner get my home location wrong?
  • Why does the Total Ascent figure for my route differ from figures calculated by my GPS device or other applications?
  • How frequently are the maps updated on plotaroute?
  • Why don't you offer Ordnance Survey maps as an option?
  • Why does the route planner sometimes plot short detours down side streets and then back again?

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