Map Scale Ground Resolution

How to use this tool

1. Calculate printed map scale from ground resolution and print density.
2. Set ground distance per pixel, print density, map width in the indicated units.
3. Calculate and compare scale denominator, ground width, printed width.

Try this example

{
  "resolution": 2,
  "dpi": 300,
  "pixels": 1000
}

Accuracy and scope

Idealized educational model. Enter measured values in the displayed units; real systems may require additional corrections.

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