Mastering Vector-based Spatial Analysis in GIS

Overlay operations in GIS allow for the combination of features from different layers to form a new map and provide new information and features.

Overlay operations can be performed on both raster (or grid) and vector maps.

In case of raster maps, the Map calculation tool is used to perform overlay operations.

<p>Topological overlays allow for the selective overlay of polygons, lines, and points, enabling the generation of a map containing features and attributes of interest extracted from different themes or layers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>ARC/INFO offers various overlay operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers