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Is there a method to reset the metric measurement tools in the upper left corner of JOSM from kbl into m ? It changed with the last or newest update and I m not able to find the method to change it into a usable metric system. I wont be able to make a specific drawing without it.

asked 23 Oct '14, 23:52

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As an asside, do you know about the measurement plugin ? It's probably a better tool than the scale if you want to use it to draw.

(24 Oct '14, 11:00) Vincent de P... ♦

I’m only using the scale for buildings, as bridges, bunkers and ways, its sufficient since I’m able to use it up to 0.04 m with +- the normal accuracy for buildings. That’s more or less the size of a building brick. But Ill have a look, thanks.

(24 Oct '14, 11:43) Hendrikklaas

… and when drawing ways there is the current way length in the status bar, too.

(24 Oct '14, 12:17) aseerel4c26 ♦

Probably you mean the scale of the map in the upper left corner which currently displays in "Nautical" units in your JOSM. To change try one of the following:

  • in the JOSM settings (F12): third tab ("map settings") → first tab → last setting.
  • right click the ruler box (if you have it there) in the status bar of JOSM and change to "metric".
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answered 24 Oct '14, 00:01

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edited 24 Oct '14, 01:35

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Apparently "kbl" is the German abbreviation for the measurement unit "cable" (1/10 of a nautical mile), and is used as the smaller-scale unit when JOSM is set to the Nautical Mile system. That is, if the scale is showing distances less than a nautical mile, it displays it in cables or "kbl".

(24 Oct '14, 00:35) alester

Ah, thanks alester, I only saw NM when I switched to "Nautical" for testing.

(24 Oct '14, 01:28) aseerel4c26 ♦

Thanks I just overlooked that one. Im puzzled how it changed in the first place.

(24 Oct '14, 12:49) Hendrikklaas
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