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Hi, is it possible to obtain a file for a selection of the map so that it can be used in other GIS mapping readers and then edited, iv'e tried exporting and it never works. Ideally im looking to get a physical copy of a section of the map that i can use in my project.

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asked 27 Jan '11, 09:35

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I agree Cloudmade is the best option but be aware that not all data is exported with Cloudmade and if not tagged correctly it wont pick up certain things

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answered 28 Jan '11, 10:21

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Since you mentioned GIS mapping readers, I'm assuming that the shapefile format will work for you. Cloudmade offers shapefile downloads by country.

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