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How to stop JOSM view shifts while drawing ways

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When I'm drawing a way, each node I add causes the view to re-center on that node. It's driving me crazy! How do I stop this?

asked 20 Aug '19, 18:51

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This is called "Viewport Following" and it is superb for tracing long and straight features like border fences or rivers. I can see how it would interfere with everyday mapping though, so try Ctrl+Shift+F to disable it, or uncheck the appropriate box in the "View" menu.

answered 20 Aug '19, 18:53

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edited 20 Aug '19, 18:55

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