Company
Date Published
Author
Mamata Akella, Data Team
Word count
1413
Language
English
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None

Summary

Felt has introduced the Felt Style Language, an intuitive mapping tool designed to simplify the process of creating visually appealing maps without requiring extensive cartographic expertise. This new language offers significant flexibility by allowing users to focus on storytelling rather than the complexities of coding, incorporating built-in cartographic best practices to streamline the design process. It supports simple and categorical visualizations, enabling users to define data presentation order, style, and labels easily, with automatic legend generation and editable popups for enhanced customization. Filtering is simplified through mathematical expressions, making it accessible to users of all skill levels. Felt Style Language promises continual expansion, aiming to provide users with a versatile and powerful tool for map and data design.