[GIS] polishing qgis map for publication using inkscape

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I have a problem modifying the map I created in QGIS. I need to add some text on the map and axis labels. Apparently, labels cannot be rotated in qgis, so this I need to do in inkscape or in a related programme.

  • If I export the map as pdf, I cannot adjust the font size for the "tick marks" (lat and long values) according to the guidelines of the journal I want to submit my article to.
  • I discovered the simplesvg tool, which gives a very nice resolution map, but then I don't have the coordinates along the borders of the map (or is there a way with this tool?)

Is there someone that can help me? I'm getting pretty desperate.. :s

Thanks!
Ellen

Best Answer

Ellen,

QGIS now supports label rotation in the print composer. Simply install a qgis master build (osgeo4w on windows, or using the appropriate repository on ubuntu / debian). The option to rotate a label is located in the label's property sheet:

et voila

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