Tile Map Service (TMS)

Tile Map Service (TMS) is a standard method for delivering map images over the internet by dividing maps into small, square tiles at various zoom levels. These tiles can be combined seamlessly to create detailed, scalable maps that users can zoom into or out of smoothly. TMS ensures efficient loading and retrieval of map data by requesting only the necessary tiles, making maps faster and more responsive. It's widely used by map providers to display geographic data on websites and applications, enabling consistent, high-quality map visualization across different platforms.