Customized maps with the TopPlus method; [Karten nach Maß mit dem TopPlus-Verfahren]

Abstract

This article revisits customized maps produced with the TopPlus method. Customized cartographic products need to balance consistent base information with the requirements of a particular task or audience. The process may involve choosing suitable scales, visual hierarchy, layers and levels of detail. A method that supports repeatable production can improve consistency across maps, while careful design keeps geographic information readable. The topic is relevant to public-sector, planning and professional applications where dependable background mapping is needed. It highlights the relationship between cartographic standards, data preparation and the practical communication of spatial information.