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Table 1 Strengths and weaknesses of map visualization of GM, BM, and MQ
Strength
Weaknesses
GM
Most preferred map
Visualization varies geographically
Most usable labels
3D building layer cannot be switched off
Most preferred symbology
Disproportionate labelling
BM
Wrong layer order
Violet colour for buildings with interior structure
MQ
Option of switching layers off/on
Colour for bodies of water
The user test results demonstrated the popularity of GM in the Czech
environment. On one hand, there are no significant differences between the
examined map portals. On the other hand, differences between men and
women were identified, which cartographers might respond to by
e.g. developing the more user-centred options of cartographic visualization
mentioned above. Gender divergences might be further verified by e.g. using
eye-tracking tools.
There is great potential for further extension of this study, especially by
involving alternative or local map portals or by examining gender differ-
ences. It would also be possible to cover various new map portal technolo-
gies, such as Google Street View, 45 images or mobile applications.
Acknowledgments This research has been supported by funding from a project of Masaryk
University under the grant agreement No. MUNI/A/0902/2012, which is called
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