XTools Pro is a special add-on for ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro. Itβs mostly a tool for GIS analysis. But it has a fair share of productivity tools. The post 7 Best Features of XTools Pro appeared first on GIS Geography....
Archive: 2025
10 stories published in 2025
GIS supports various ways to explore spatial relationships. Among these, fishnets stand out for their utility in spatial analysis. The post Fishnets in GIS: An Overview appeared first on GIS Geography....
While traditional images are taken from directly above, oblique imagery captures them at an angle. Learn more about oblique images. The post What Is Oblique Imagery? appeared first on GIS Geography....
GNSS vs GPS: GNSS is an umbrella for multiple navigational satellites. Under this umbrella, GPS, along with other systems, finds its place. The post GNSS vs GPS: Whatβs the Difference? appeared first on GIS Geography....
BIM, or Building Information Modeling, is a smart way to design buildings. It creates virtual 3D models about the its materials and systems. The post BIM β Building Information Modeling appeared first on GIS Geography....
UAV mapping has changed how we do aerial surveying. With drones, we can now map areas quickly, accurately, and in a cost effective way. The post UAV Mapping for Aerial Surveying appeared first on GIS Geography....
Landsat's Thermal Infrared Sensor (TIRS) measures the Earth's surface temperature by focusing on the infrared part of the light spectrum. The post Thermal Infrared Sensor (TIRS) on Landsat appeared first on GIS Geography....
I've heard geospatial professionals describe GIS as Google Maps. But is this really true? We compare Google Maps vs other GIS software. The post Is Google Maps Really a GIS Software? appeared first on GIS Geography....
Central Place Theory is a way to understand why cities and towns are where they are. Walter Christaller developed this theory in the 1930s. The post What Is Central Place Theory? appeared first on GIS Geography....
Terrestrial laser scanning is a LiDAR system different from airborne systems. Terrestrial LiDAR generates a point cloud at ground level. The post What Is Terrestrial Laser Scanning? appeared first on GIS Geography....