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		<title>Object and Symbol Point of Origin</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:00:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ortelius has many subtle methods for fine-tuning your cartographic work. One of these niceties is the point of origin, or center point, around which objects and symbols rotate and snap. Adjusting an object&#8217;s point of origin is simple and direct. Here&#8217;s how… Point of Origin The point of origin of shapes, symbols, grouped objects, and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tips for Static Text in Map Symbols</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sometimes static text (as opposed to dynamic text like route numbers) is an integral part of a symbol. These symbols may be re-scaled and shared for different purposes, such as placement in a legend and reuse at a different size within a brochure or book. For maximum scalability and consistency with complex symbols, convert text [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Randomized Patterns Make Interesting Map Fills</title>
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