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It's possible to add short term locations to your existing map using the draw tools on Mappedin without losing previous data and add details such as the date, description, and event title.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When the event is over, you can simply delete the information added or archive it using the snapshot tool, depending on the amount and type of data added. 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To make these non-accessible areas more visible, you can grey them out and add other details as necessary.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"For the accessible areas in your venue, you can also create maps that provide useful information to users or customers without sacrificing how useful this map is to the companies managing the venue.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"These maps often include additional information useful to visitors, such as positioning data and navigation suggestions to help people find a path to where they are going more efficiently. 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These images should accurately reflect the blueprint but may look a little bit different than the original plan. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"At this point, you can use Mappedin CMS to start to make changes and revisions while you decide what other details to add and what information can go live.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"During this process, you'll undoubtedly want to add details to your map that help users orient themselves as they review the layout, including things like visual landmarks. This layout can include coordinates like latitude and longitude, but it may also include cardinal directions.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Map geometry and geo-references can change as the venue changes or grows, and the ability to use real-world coordinates and other navigational markers can help ensure your map stays accurate. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"To edit this information, you can use the editing tools provided in the Mappedin Editor, which also provides measurements such as square footage calculations, path distances, and wall lengths.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The Ability to Convert from 2D to 3D\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"One of the best time-saving features of Mappedin is arguably its proficiency at taking a 2D rendering of a building and creating a 3D digital asset. 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Things like store hours and descriptions should always be accurate. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Luckily, Mappedin is the best tool to help you do this.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"74Ye33zB3hCTNe8rRk4iW7\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Using the Mappedin Editor to Maintain Maps\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mappedin offers numerous features that help you create and maintain property maps, whether your location is a mall, a stadium, or even an entire city district. Once that map has been created, you can continue to use the platform to make changes as things evolve around you. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"When you create a map with Mappedin, you can include numerous map properties. For example, customers get a professional design for all the floors in their building. Along with that comes a complete set of imported data, anchors and anchor logos embedded into the map, and spaces to show vacant areas. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Additionally, you can expect to implement wayfinding routes, non-amenity points of interest, landmarks, entrances, and external locations. These details and more are not only available for initial building of your map, but within the editing features as well. You can easily update any of these features using the Mappedin Editor to maintain your maps. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Let’s take a close look at some of the features that come with these developer tools, applications, and resources. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Manage Location Details \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Using the \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mappedin Editor\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", users can quickly click through the various layers of a location to make quick and easy changes. Did you change the name of a store in a mall? No problem - use the Mappedin Editor to replace the store name on your map. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"You can also rearrange location information within your map. Perhaps the name of the store didn’t change, but it did move to a different location in the mall. Using the Editor tool, you can easily reassign the store to its new location on the map. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Within this same tool, users can also edit location information such as logos or relevant location details like descriptions, hours, phone numbers, and social media accounts. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"When you use the Editor tool, you can make changes in real-time. This convenient detail ensures that your map is always up to date, visitors can always find you, and your information is always accurate. If you notice something isn’t right, you can fix it right away with immediate results. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Update Map Geometry\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Your unique indoor mapping experience also includes innovative digitization tools that allow you to create and edit maps with incredible visual accuracy. 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However, they’ve decided to add an entirely new wing. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Since this technology is so compatible and easy to use, the hospital can quickly edit their existing map to include the new wing as soon as it’s complete. Now, when a patient needs to access that wing, they can find it on the map immediately. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5TLbdLUtZdPaCGocTHrcL7\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Map geometry applies to all areas of business, whether you’re taking down a wall, adding more office space, or updating your parking garage. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Different Permission Levels\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"If you rent an office space or a building, you know that there are certain permissions that do not go through you. Consider local updates that may impact your location such as ATMs or vending machines.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Because you do not have the direct information concerning these kinds of local updates, it may seem unreasonable to expect your map to reflect any changes. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Luckily, using Mappedin, customers can allow permissions to local property managers so that every map can reflect changes like these. The property managers can make updates of their own without gaining access to other areas of the property. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Some things, such as local events or pop up stores, can change on a weekly basis. 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You have the option to start working on these changes ahead of time, re-routing and making edits as needed, without affecting your live map. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Not only can you use this feature for an individual property, but you can also strategize across an entire organization. Once you’ve established your publication date, you can make any changes necessary prior.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"6xdgwJ2F0tg9ia39qjjni8\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"In Draft Mode, you’re able to make changes and edits just like in Live Mode. The only difference here is that your actions now will not impact current information. 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