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These are some of the most commonly asked questions about plotaroute.com. You can also learn how to use many of the features of plotaroute.com in our How-To Guides.
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Mapping Routes
- Why does the route planner sometimes plot short detours down side streets and then back again?
- How frequently are the maps updated on plotaroute?
- How frequently is the Auto-Plot routing updated to take account of map changes?
- Does the distance measured by the route planner take account of hills?
- Where does the elevation data come from?
- Why does the Total Ascent figure for my route differ from figures calculated by my GPS device or other applications?
- Why does the route planner get my home location wrong?
- Why can't I auto-plot on a path or road shown on the map?
- Where can I find a key or legend for the map?
- Why does the route planner sometimes say turn left when it is a right turn?
- Can I use maps from plotaroute.com on my website?
- Can I use maps from plotaroute.com in printed literature for distribution?
- Why has my Garmin link stopped working?
- Why does the Print to PDF option not work on my iOS device?
- Can plotaroute.com by used offline where I have no internet access?
- Can someone else edit my Public routes?
- Is it possible to contact another plotaroute member directly?
- Do you have a mobile app?
- Why can't the mobile app detect my location?
- Is the fee quoted for Premium membership per month or per year?
- Does Premium membership automatically renew each year?
- Can you provide a VAT invoice?
- Why can't I access the Premium features when I have paid for Premium membership?
- Why does the new password I've requested not work?
Exporting Routes
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