I know there are a few POI megafile tutorials out there - but wanted to try my hand at one: POI Megafile Tutorial
Keith, the video is just what was needed! It's going to be very helpful to users. I linked it from the first post.
P.S. I enjoyed seeing how fast the file downloaded on your computer. Now .zip, .stt, and other attached files are being served via CDN (Content Delivery Network). The good thing is it speeds up the download, but there's a negative aspect to it, too. The "views" counters no longer reflect the real number of downloads because the downloads no longer go via the site's own server but rather they are being served by the CDN's edge server closest to the user. So there may be hundreds or thousands of downloads of a file, but the "views" (download) counter may not register them at all. (I'm considering removing the "views" counter).
P.S. I enjoyed seeing how fast the file downloaded on your computer. Now .zip, .stt, and other attached files are being served via CDN (Content Delivery Network). The good thing is it speeds up the download, but there's a negative aspect to it, too. The "views" counters no longer reflect the real number of downloads because the downloads no longer go via the site's own server but rather they are being served by the CDN's edge server closest to the user. So there may be hundreds or thousands of downloads of a file, but the "views" (download) counter may not register them at all. (I'm considering removing the "views" counter).
Excellent tutorial, Keith. It seems that the most difficult thing about the POI Megafile is just getting started with it. After that, a World of possibilities opens up.
I echo what Marvin and SpadesFlush have said. This how-to will surely get a bunch of hits and be a great help to RVers and Truckers and travelers alike! Thanks Keith - you rock!
Larry's April Update is here:
Free download on page 1 in post 1
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What collections have changed in this version of the POI Megafile since January?
Happy Trails,
Larry StreetsandTrips
- Escapees Days End Discount Parks (updated)
- Fairgrounds (updated)
- In'n'Out Burgers (updated)
- Passport America (D.O.) (updated)
- Ride to Eat (updated)
- Truck Stop Guide for S&T (updated)
- Walmart - No RV Parking (updated)
- Walmart - US locations (updated)
- Walmart Supercenters (updated)
- Walmart with Fuel (updated)
Happy Trails,
Larry StreetsandTrips
I'm a truck driver and I've used the Streets And Trips with the "Overlay" for more than a year now, I trust it more than I do my trucker GPS.
I do have a question. Is there anyway to get low clearance restrictions at 13' 6' and below?
I do have a question. Is there anyway to get low clearance restrictions at 13' 6' and below?
Hi Keep - The POI File has Bridge Clearances at 13-2, 12-9, 12-6 and 12-4.
It will show you where the low clearances are - but will not automatically route you around them.
An easy way to see if low bridges are on your route is to create the route....then use 'search along the route' at a tenth of a mile to see if one shows up on your travel lane.
And as always...as I'm sure you know - keep an eye on the signs - cause no info source is perfect! : )
It will show you where the low clearances are - but will not automatically route you around them.
An easy way to see if low bridges are on your route is to create the route....then use 'search along the route' at a tenth of a mile to see if one shows up on your travel lane.
And as always...as I'm sure you know - keep an eye on the signs - cause no info source is perfect! : )