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Editing Quick-Start</p></div | Indian Editing Quick-Start Guide</p></div> | ||
This page provides the basics to start editing the Waze Map in India. Most of the paragraphs include links to pages with elaborate information, in case you want to know more. Because Waze is a navigation tool and not a topographic map, some things are drawn differently than expected. Our advice is, after reading this page, to choose one type of edit and first familiarize yourself with all aspects of that edit. Otherwise, you might as well get | This page provides the basics to start editing the Waze Map in India. Most of the paragraphs include links to pages with elaborate information, in case you want to know more. These pages can be Indian, but can also be global pages in Waze, general pages from another source or even from another country. All pages specific for India show the tabs on top. If information seems to contradict, the guidelines for India always prevail. | ||
Because Waze is a navigation tool and not a topographic map, some things are drawn differently than expected. Our advice is, after reading this page, to choose one type of edit and first familiarize yourself with all aspects of that edit. Otherwise, you might as well get overloaded with information. Your [[Community|Community]] is happy to help you make your edits work. <br /> | |||
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=How to get to the Waze Map Editor (WME)= | =How to get to the Waze Map Editor (WME)= | ||
# Log in to www.waze.com. If prompted to login, use the same username and password as you do on the Waze client app and the rest of the Waze website. | # Log in to www.waze.com. If prompted to login, use the same username and password as you do on the Waze client app and the rest of the Waze website. | ||
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If you want to learn more about the controls and functions of WME (Waze Map Editor), you can find more details on the [ | <div style="clear: both"></div> | ||
<div style="text-align: right; direction: ltr; margin-left: 1em;">[[#TOC| | If you want to learn more about the controls and functions of WME (Waze Map Editor), you can find more details on the [https://wazeopedia.waze.com/wiki/Global/Map_Editor_Interface_and_Controls WME Interface and Controls] page. | ||
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= Practice mode = | = Practice mode = | ||
If you're a first time editor, it can be useful to start in [https://wiki.waze.com/wiki/Waze_Map_Editor#Practice_Mode Practice Mode]. In Practice Mode you can practice editing without risking damaging the map, since your edits and changes are not saved. For more experienced editors this can also be useful to test out complicated or new road constructions. | If you're a first time editor, it can be useful to start in [https://wiki.waze.com/wiki/Waze_Map_Editor#Practice_Mode Practice Mode (global page)]. In Practice Mode you can practice editing without risking damaging the map, since your edits and changes are not saved. For more experienced editors this can also be useful to test out complicated or new road constructions. | ||
To edit in Practice Mode, you go to the [https://www.waze.com/editor/ editor], and without logging in, click on "Practice Mode". | To edit in Practice Mode, you go to the [https://www.waze.com/editor/ editor], and without logging in, click on "Practice Mode". | ||
[[image: Wme_login_splash_screen.png|350px]] | [[image: Wme_login_splash_screen.png|350px]] | ||
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=Editing the map= | =Editing the map= | ||
Most starting editors at first try to match the map of Waze perfectly to the satellite image. They split roads, add walking trails, make the roads very fluently and draw detailed places. However, Waze is NOT a topografical map, but a navigation system that routes you to your destination in the best/fastest way. Therefore, keep the Waze map [[ | Most starting editors at first try to match the map of Waze perfectly to the satellite image. They split roads, add walking trails, make the roads very fluently and draw detailed places. However, Waze is NOT a topografical map, but a navigation system that routes you to your destination in the best/fastest way. Therefore, keep the Waze map [[Editing/Improve_your_skills#Basic_principles_of_Waze|simple]]: The lesser the detail, the clearer the map, lesser data use, faster calculations, and easier maintainance. With that in mind, let's start edit the map! | ||
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===Roads=== | ===Roads=== | ||
Indian cities have been growing rapidly, with lots of roads being made and connected to existing roads. | Indian cities have been growing rapidly, with lots of roads being made and connected to existing roads. We can add roads from the app (the [https://support.google.com/waze/answer/7163572?hl=en&ref_topic=6262573 Pave function]) as well as in WME. Please only add roads when you are sure they exist. Also, please be careful deleting roads, as they contain valuable information. Best is to consult with a senior editor or local Area manager (see the [[Community|Community page]]. Extended info is on the page about [[Editing/Roads#When_to_add_roads_.28and_when_not.29|Roads]]. | ||
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==== Adding roads ==== | ==== Adding roads ==== | ||
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# Select the segment again, and fill in the details of the segment in the menu pane on the left. | # Select the segment again, and fill in the details of the segment in the menu pane on the left. | ||
* Each segment that is added must have a Country, City, and Street name | * Each segment that is added must have a Country, City, and Street name. Use the [[File:WME_menu_edit_streetname_pencil.PNG]] pencil next to the name of the road. If there is no City and/or Street name available, then the "None" box(es) must be selected, otherwise you will see a '''red''' outline around the segment (see picture-to be added). Read more about [[India_Quickstart#Road_properties|Road properties]] further on this page. | ||
* Be sure the road actually exists before creating it. If you turn on the GPS layer, you can verify if the road has been driven on already. Of course it's also possible that the road exists, but hasn't been driven on by a Wazer yet. | * Be sure the road actually exists before creating it. If you turn on the GPS layer, you can verify if the road has been driven on already. Of course it's also possible that the road exists, but hasn't been driven on by a Wazer yet. | ||
* Always try and find as much detail about the road as you can. Arguably the best source would be the Eicher City Map of the area, if you have it. If you don’t, buy one. It’s a worthwhile resource for a Wazer in India. | * Always try and find as much detail about the road as you can. Arguably the best source would be the Eicher City Map of the area, if you have it. If you don’t, buy one. It’s a worthwhile resource for a Wazer in India. | ||
:<small>''Tip: * You can change your [[Waze_Map_Editor#Settings|settings]] to draw roads as two-way streets. </small> | :<small>''Tip: * You can change your [[Waze_Map_Editor#Settings|settings (global page)]] to draw roads as two-way streets. </small> | ||
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==== Junction & Geometry nodes ==== | ==== Junction & Geometry nodes ==== | ||
[[Image:Segments Nodes Junctions.png|center|575px]] | [[Image:Segments Nodes Junctions.png|center|575px]] | ||
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<small>''Tips: * Under the [[File:layers.png|20px]] [[Map_Editor_Interface_and_Controls#Layers|Layer]] icon at the top right of the [[Map_Editor_Interface_and_Controls#Map_Editor_Tool_Bar|Map Editor Tool Bar]], you can turn off the [[Map_Editing_Tips_and_Hints#Editing_with_roads_layer_off|road layer]] , to have a better view on the road structure and Satellite Image. | <small>''Tips: * Under the [[File:layers.png|20px]] [[Map_Editor_Interface_and_Controls#Layers|Layer]] icon at the top right of the [[Map_Editor_Interface_and_Controls#Map_Editor_Tool_Bar|Map Editor Tool Bar]], you can turn off the [[Map_Editing_Tips_and_Hints#Editing_with_roads_layer_off|road layer]] , to have a better view on the road structure and Satellite Image. | ||
:* More [ | :* More [https://wazeopedia.waze.com/wiki/Global/Keyboard_shortcuts keyboard shortcuts] | ||
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You will see Geometry Nodes as white circles when you select a segment. You can delete unnecessary ones by hovering the mouse over it and pressing '''d''' on your keyboard. | You will see Geometry Nodes as white circles when you select a segment. You can delete unnecessary ones by hovering the mouse over it and pressing '''d''' on your keyboard. | ||
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====Cutting a segment==== | |||
You can cut a segment into two new segments. You can do this by [[India_Quickstart#Adding_roads|adding a new segment]] from some random point nearby, to the point of the segment where you want to cut it. A new junction will be added. Delete the new segment just created. The newly created junction will remain and you made two new segments out of one. If you need to actually separate the road segments at that point, just relocate the end point of one of the two new segments. | |||
==== Junction Arrows ==== | ==== Junction Arrows ==== | ||
When you select a segment, you can allow or restrict the turns by clicking the arrows at the junction(s) with other segments. | When you select a segment, you can allow or restrict the turns by clicking the arrows at the junction(s) with other segments. | ||
[[Image:lotsa_turns.jpg|left]]<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /> | |||
* A green arrow means Allowed | * A green arrow means Allowed | ||
* A yellow arrow with a clock means [ | * A yellow arrow with a clock means [https://wazeopedia.waze.com/wiki/Global/Partial_restrictions Partially Restricted] (scheduled or vehicle-type based) | ||
* A red arrow with the circle-slash icon means Restricted | * A red arrow with the circle-slash icon means Restricted | ||
Clicking an arrow toggles between Allowed and Restricted (or, between Partially and Fully Restricted). | |||
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==== Road properties ==== | ==== Road properties ==== | ||
All road properties that can be changed are visible in the left pane when you select a segment. | All road properties that can be changed are visible in the left pane when you select a segment. | ||
[[File:In LeftSidePane.PNG|left| | [[File:In LeftSidePane.PNG|left|framed|220px|Menu in left pane (pic needs to be updated with new WME]] | ||
'''Name'''<br /> | '''Name'''<br /> | ||
Click on the [[File:WME_menu_edit_streetname_pencil.PNG]] pencil next to the name of the road. Clicking this will allow you to edit | Click on the [[File:WME_menu_edit_streetname_pencil.PNG]] pencil next to the name of the road. Clicking this will allow you to edit the address information. We try to keep the names uniform, which is important for the display as well as for routing purposes. Please use the [[Abbreviations|abbreviations]] when you enter road names.<br /> | ||
[[File: | [[File:In_streetname_city_none.PNG|framed|220px|right|Menu after clicking the pencil]]<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /> | ||
If you do not know the name of the road, check ''None'' on the right side of the Street or City box (see picture on the right); otherwise the road will remain red and this makes it difficult to use in routing. | If you do not know the name of the road, check ''None'' on the right side of the Street or City box (see picture on the right); otherwise the road will remain red and this makes it difficult to use in routing. | ||
DO NOT FORGET to click '''Apply''' after entering the street and city name. | DO NOT FORGET to click '''Apply''' after entering the street and city name. | ||
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===== Road type ===== | ===== Road type ===== | ||
For every segment in the WME, you can choose the type of road. Road types are important for the display and routing, and may differ from the actual road type. In general: | |||
* The main roads in a district or town should at least be set to primary. | |||
* If segments will be used for through-going traffic or for longer distances connecting districts or towns, they should at least be mH (minor Highway) | |||
* Main interconnecting roads with fast traffic should at least be MH (major Highway) | |||
Always try to connect a road to a same level of road type or higher. Thus, Waze should be able to route from primary to primary (or higher), from minor to minor (or higher), from major to major (or higher), and from Freeway to Freeway. Another way of explaining this, is that you should be able to continuously drive on the same or higher type of segments for the routing engine to use that road type in the calculations. | |||
This means we sometimes need to make small roads mH, for the possibility of calculating long distance routing. If anything is unclear, please ask your community for input. | |||
For more information, see [[Editing/Roads#Road_Types|Road types in India]]. | |||
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===== Direction ===== | ===== Direction ===== | ||
Two-way, one-way or unknown. | Two-way, one-way or unknown. Always choose 1 of these 3 options, never leave it blank. | ||
===== Speed limit ===== | ===== Speed limit ===== | ||
Here you can enter the speed limit for each direction. Make sure you are entering in metric units (kilometers) and NOT in imperial units (miles). If you do not know the speed limits, leave it blank. | Here you can enter the speed limit for each direction. Make sure you are entering in metric units (kilometers) and NOT in imperial units (miles). If you do not know the speed limits, leave it blank. The general guidelines for speed limits are on the [[Editing/Roads#Speed_Limit|Roads page]]. | ||
===== Elevation ===== | ===== Elevation ===== | ||
This is for the elevation of the road if roads overlap without crossing. For example a bridge or overpass. | This is for the elevation of the road if roads overlap without crossing. For example a bridge, flyover or overpass. | ||
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===== Lock ===== | ===== Lock ===== | ||
Roads can be locked to prevent breaks in the routing. Depending on the condition of the map and the road type, often the roads are locked to a [[Editing/Roads#Lock|specific locking standard]]. | |||
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You cannot edit roads locked at a higher level than your editing level. If you need to edit a road locked above your level, post an Unlock Request on the [http://www.waze.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=171 India Forum] or ask at our communication platform [[Community#Communication|Slack]]. | |||
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===Adding Places=== | ===Adding Places=== | ||
Hover over this [[File:DrawPlace.jpg]] button to show Place categories. Choose one and click on the map to add it. This will add a point place. Use the | Hover over this [[File:DrawPlace.jpg|30px]]button to show Place categories. Choose one and click on the map to add it. This will add a point place. Use the left pane to change it to an area and to add other information about the place. For an area place, use [[#Geometry_node|geometry nodes]] of the place to change its shape. | ||
Only actual "Places" or Points of Interests (POIs) should be mapped, i.e. those which help the driver to find their way.See the extended guidelines on [[Places|Places]] for more information. | Only actual "Places" or Points of Interests (POIs) should be mapped, i.e. those which help the driver to find their way. See the extended guidelines on [[Places|Places]] for more information. | ||
====Petrol Pumps and Parking Lots==== | |||
Special Places are Petrol Pumps (in Waze called "Gas stations") and Parking Lots. Waze saves a lot of data with these Places and they need to be handled with care. Always draw them as areas. For more information, see the section about it on the [[Places#Parking_Lots|Places]] page. | |||
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=Problem reports (URs & MPs)= | |||
URs ([[File:Request_pin_open-high.png|22px|frameless]] Update Requests; map problems reported by waze users) and MPs ([[File:Problem pin open-high.png|22px|frameless]] automatically generated Map Problem reports) show where the map needs work. We must solve them to fix the map. URs also give us a way to contact our fellow wazers, who may become interested in editing. It is important to handle them with care and attention. Please read the [[Editing/Problem_reports|Indian guidelines on URs and MPs]]. | |||
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= Permalinks = | |||
A permalink is a URL used to take you or someone else directly to a specific location on the map. It contains all information necessary to discuss that location, like latitude, longitude, zoom level, visible layers, and optionally a junction or a place, or one or more segments. | |||
{{#widget:YouTube|id=xYmU6UPCiZs|width=660}} | {{#widget:YouTube|id=xYmU6UPCiZs|width=660}} | ||
To create a permalink, zoom and pan the map to show what you want to show. Next, hover the mouse over the [[File:wme_permalink_icon.jpg]] permalink icon on the right side of the bottom bar until a message pops up. Then use {{Key press|Ctrl|C}} to copy the permalink. You can paste this link anywhere you need it. | To create a permalink, zoom and pan the map to show what you want to show. Next, hover the mouse over the [[File:wme_permalink_icon.jpg]] permalink icon on the right side of the bottom bar until a message pops up. Then use {{Key press|Ctrl|C}} to copy the permalink. You can paste this link anywhere you need it. | ||
To include a single place, junction, or segment in the permalink, click on it before using the permalink icon. To include several segments and/or objects, use {{Key press|ctrl|click}} (for MAC:{{key press|command|click}}). | To include a single place, junction, or segment in the permalink, click on it before using the permalink icon. To include several segments and/or objects, use {{Key press|ctrl|click}} (for MAC:{{key press|command|click}}). | ||
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= Take the next step = | = Take the next step = | ||
This page is only intended as a | This page is only intended as a Quick-start and is not intended to answer all of your questions. If you only intend to add a few street names, or allow a turn, then this is aimed at you. Before you start any serious editing please also read all the [[Editing|Indian mapping guidelines]]. | ||
Helpfull tips and often encountered problems when starting editing are described in the page to [[Editing|Improve your skills]] (page under construction) | |||
And don't forget to join your fellow Wazers in [[Community|your community]], who will be happy to meet you!<br /><br /> | |||
[[File:WazeMapEditing.png|center|200px]] | [[File:WazeMapEditing.png|center|200px]] | ||
'''<big><center>Happy Wazing!</center></big>''' | '''<big><center>Happy Wazing!</center></big>''' | ||
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