Viewing Maps in VoxDash
1. Log in to VoxDash Visit voxdash.com and log in with your credentials. If you don’t have an account yet, click Sign Up to create one and verify your email before continuing. 2. Navigate to the Region Section and Explore Available Maps Once logged in, select the Regions tab from the top navigation bar (it’s the sixth item). This section displays all available regional datasets and map layers supported by VoxDash.
1. Navigate to the Maps Page
Go to the Maps page by clicking on the following link: Maps Page.2. Add a New Map
On the Maps page, locate and click the blue New Map button in the top-right corner.
3. Provide a Name for the Map
Enter a descriptive name for your map that reflects its purpose, content, or the region it represents. This helps users identify the map easily.
4. Choose the Relevant Region
Select the appropriate region for your map from the dropdown list or search bar. This step ensures that the map is properly categorized and displayed with the correct geographical context.
5. Add the GeoJSON Code
A GeoJSON file is a format for encoding geographical data structures using JavaScript Object Notation (JSON). It is commonly used for representing geographic features, such as points, lines, and polygons, along with their associated attributes. Clarify: You can use this website to paste or type the GeoJSON code for the geographic data you wish to include on the map. Make sure the code is formatted correctly to ensure proper display.
6. Handle Unrecognized Geographies
If the geography you want to use does not appear in the region list, click the Add New Region option to define a new region.7. Define the New Region
Provide a clear and accurate name for the new region. The name should properly reflect the geographical area it represents to avoid confusion.
8. Select the Parent Region
Assign a parent region to the new region. The parent region should make logical sense within the geographical hierarchy to maintain a well-structured system.9. Add Additional Parent Regions (if applicable)
If the new region falls under multiple parent regions, add each relevant parent region. This ensures that the region is correctly placed within the broader geographical structure.10. Add a Wikipedia Link (Optional)
If a Wikipedia page exists for the region, you can include a link to provide users with additional context and information about the region.
11. Click the Create Button
Once all required fields are filled out, click the Create button in the bottom-right corner of the page to save your map and the associated region.Tips for Success
- Check GeoJSON Formatting: Validate your GeoJSON file before uploading to avoid syntax or boundary errors.
- Use Consistent Names: Stick to a standard naming format for maps and regions (e.g., Country → State → City).
- Verify Parent Relationships: Ensure each region is correctly nested under its parent for accurate mapping.
- Add External Links: Linking to Wikipedia or official data sources improves credibility and context.
Integrating Maps with SPSS
After creating or downloading your map: 1. Open SPSS and import your dataset. 2. In the Data Mapping Wizard (Step 3), select your Map Variable. 3. Choose the corresponding VoxDash Map from the dropdown. 4. Match region names or ISO codes with VoxDash’s entries.- If your dataset uses abbreviations, manually align them.