Panning (GIS)

Panning in GIS refers to the process of moving or shifting the map display horizontally or vertically to explore different areas of the geographic data. It allows users to navigate across large maps without changing the zoom level, much like moving a window across a scene. This helps in examining specific regions in detail or gaining an overview of a broader area. Panning is a fundamental interaction in GIS applications, enabling efficient exploration and analysis of spatial information without altering the scale or resolution of the map.