Question 1

How do I change the colors of buildings in Prettymapp?

Accepted Answer

You can customize colors by modifying the draw_settings dictionary in Python, such as setting 'cmap' and 'ec' for urban layers, as shown in the README's customization example.

Question 2

Prettymapp vs prettymaps: which is better for custom map designs?

Accepted Answer

Prettymapp is faster and simpler, ideal for quick visualizations and web use, while prettymaps offers more advanced features and configurations for complex, detailed cartography.

Question 3

Can I use Prettymapp to create maps for commercial projects?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you must comply with OpenStreetMap's licensing terms for data usage. The tool itself is open-source, but ensure proper attribution in your maps.

Question 4

How to install and run Prettymapp locally without the webapp?

Accepted Answer

Install via pip with 'pip install prettymapp', then use the Python API to define areas and plot maps, as detailed in the README's package section.

Question 5

Does Prettymapp support custom map shapes like circles or polygons?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Plot class allows shape customization with parameters like 'shape' and 'contour_width', but complex custom geometries may require additional coding.

Question 6

What are the performance limits when generating large area maps?

Accepted Answer

Prettymapp is optimized for speed, but processing very large OSM datasets can slow down, especially in the webapp due to Streamlit's memory and compute constraints.

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