Geocoding using GPS Points and Boundaries

[Akan Odu]

Hello there,

I'm pretty new to MapInfo and I understand how to Geocode when you have zip code and areas in two different tables. However, in my case I only have GPS points (Company GPS information) and boundaries (delineated areas where the companies fall within). Is it possible to Geocode this or there's another way to work around this?

Thanks.

[Peter H]

Hi Akan,

Could be two options here, because I am not quite clear on what you trying achieve.

Option 1. If your GPS file is not yet a spatial file then you need to perform Create Points  under the Table menu item utilising the coordinate columns in your data. After creating points you will need to add your file to the map window.

OR

If you already have 2 spatial files (GPS points and Boundaries), no need to geocode.
Maybe what you need is to perform an SQL query to find points in the boundaries (or vica versa).

Maybe something like using SQL Select option under Query menu

Select * (all columns from both files)
From tables GPS, boundaries
where GPS.obj within boundaries.obj (or Boundaries contain GPS) This depends on whether you want points or boundaries as the 'final" file.

Then save the resultant query.

Hope these options can assist.
Thanks
Peter H

[Tom Probert]

Hello Akan,

 

If you have columns containing X and Y coordinates in your table you can use the Create Points command to map the table. 

 

If you are using a 32 bit version, the command is in the Table menu.

If you are using a 64 bit version, the command is on the Spatial  tab. The 64 bit versions have a ribbon interface.

 

You will need to know what the coordinate system is for your data and specify that in the Create Points dialog box.

 

Write back if you have more questions.

 

Hope this helps,

 

Tom Probert

MapInfo Pro Global Product Manager

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