Method for automatic overlap-free arrangement of multiple symbols having associated text information in electronic geographical map, involves positioning individual symbols and associated text information on electronic geographical map

摘要

The method involves positioning the individual symbols and the associated text information on the electronic geographical map of the electrical display unit. The electronic geographical map is divided in individual cells of a grid. The text information and symbols falling in each cell are determined. An independent claim is included for a device for automatic overlap-free arrangement of multiple symbols having associated text information in an electronic geographical map.