[GIS] Forcing label placement to be always inside polygon using QGIS

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How do I force a label to be ALWAYS INSIDE a polygon with placement method "Using perimeter (curved)"?

I experimented with "Left of line", "Right of line", but some labels are still placed outside the polygon.

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You can go to the label rendering pan and check the box "only draw labels that fits completely within feature"

Also make sure that the placement allows labels above and below line.

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[GIS] Putting label inside polygon at any scale in QGIS

Check out the labeling feature in the properties window of the desired layer. You can set label size based upon map units or based upon a feature's field in the Advance tab. I don't know of any for-sure way to systematically set labels inside their parent feature, without tedious handwork.

Even ArcGIS's label engine, which is far superior in my opinion, I can't think of a easy solution.

You might also rethink your labeling approach. If you need it this way to get the point across you might be using the wrong symbology for your data presentation. A key/legend system might be easier and more relevant to the user.

Remember you are designing maps for your audience not yourself. Don't be afraid to tear the entire idea down and rebuild it.

[GIS] Centering label in polygon in TileMill/CartoCSS

I know this is an old question, but if someone stumbles upon it currently looking for the answer try

text-placement-type: simple;

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