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Description of the tool

This tool allows the user to change the map scale to a smaller scale at fixed intervals. It will double the area of the current extent. 

How to use the tool

Prerequisite:

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Steps:

1. Press the Fixed Zoom Out tool button
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2. The map scale is changed and the map is drawn at a smaller scale, showing a less detailed view.
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   Original view:                                                                                 Zoomed out view:
   
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3. If it has been configured on your display, you can get the same result by pressing the - (minus) button on the Pan/Zoom Bar (which is normally shown on the left of the Map Window).
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