GPS Visualizer

GPS Visualizer is a web-based utility provided by GPS Visualizer that offers a range of features to convert, analyze, and visualize GPS data. According to the vendor, GPS Visualizer is suitable for individuals, small businesses, and organizations of all sizes. The product is utilized by outdoor enthusiasts, geographers, surveyors, field researchers, and emergency response teams, among others.

Key Features

Geocode addresses: According to the vendor, GPS Visualizer offers multiple options for geocoding street addresses or other locations to latitude and longitude coordinates. Users can utilize the Quick Geocoder utility for geocoding single addresses or the Multiple Address Locator for processing large batches of addresses.

Look up elevations: GPS Visualizer provides a utility to look up elevations using Google's Elevation API. Users can enter coordinates or geographical locations to find their corresponding elevations. The utility supports raw coordinate pairs or tabular data with a descriptive header. Elevation results can be displayed in either metric (meters) or U.S. (feet) units, as per the vendor.

Make a map: GPS Visualizer allows users to create maps using various mapping platforms such as Leaflet and Google Maps. Users can upload GPS data files in different formats, including GPX, KML, and CSV, to generate maps with tracks, waypoints, and routes. Additional features, according to the vendor, include the ability to add elevation data from a DEM database, draw circles or range rings around waypoints, and create dynamic elevation profiles within the map.

Make a profile: GPS Visualizer enables users to create elevation profiles from GPS data. Users can upload GPS files or enter coordinates to generate profiles. The profiles can be displayed as SVG or PNG images, or integrated into Leaflet or Google Maps. The vendor states that users have control over various profile options, such as visibility, units, filled or line-only display, and the inclusion of waypoints.

Convert a file: GPS Visualizer provides a file conversion utility using GPSBabel, allowing users to convert GPS data from one format to another. Supported input formats include GPX, KML, CSV, and more, while output formats include various GPS device formats, plain text, and Google Earth KML. Users can customize options such as the type of GPS data (waypoints, tracks, routes), the source and destination formats, and the inclusion of additional data fields, as per the vendor.

Draw on a map: GPS Visualizer allows users to draw on a map using various drawing tools. Users can add lines, polygons, rectangles, circles, and markers to the map. The drawn features can be customized in terms of color, opacity, line thickness, and fill patterns. Drawn features can also be exported as KML or GPX files for further use, according to the vendor.

Calculators: GPS Visualizer offers several calculators for various GPS-related calculations. These calculators include distance and bearing calculations between coordinates, coordinate projections, sunrise and sunset times, and more. Users can input coordinates or select locations on a map to perform the calculations, as per the vendor.

Atlas: Share a map: GPS Visualizer provides a feature called "The Atlas" that allows users to share maps online. Users can store GPS data files on their own web hosting platforms or use services like Google Sites or My Maps. The Atlas generates permanent links to the hosted maps, which can be shared with others via URLs or embedded in websites or blogs, according to the vendor.

GPSBabel: GPS Visualizer integrates with GPSBabel, a freeware program for converting GPS data from one format to another. Users can access a copy of GPSBabel running on GPSVisualizer.com to convert their GPS files. The utility supports various input and output formats, including popular formats like GPX, KML, and CSV. Users can choose specific options for the conversion, such as the type of GPS data (waypoints, tracks, routes) and the desired output format, as per the vendor.