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GIF of SIM 3287 demonstrating switching between layers
Make interactive layered PDFs for maps
Layered PDFs allow the person viewing the document to interactively select the information to be displayed. SIM 3287
Web-based maps
Interactive web-based maps allow the viewer to access detailed data pertinent to their area of interest without having to download a large national dataset. SIR 2018–5091, figure 17A
Attractive images or a collage of images that relate to the topic of a report and displays the USGS logo for a web page or report cover.
Exhibit displays
Large-format design that combines maps and photographs to present your project or science center activities to the public in a way that is visually engaging.
GIF of SIR 2011-5156 demonstrating interactive diagram
Large-format design that displays text, maps, and photographs to represent science activities to the public that is visually engaging for outreach or presentations at conferences.
Interactive diagrams
Interactive diagrams allow turning off data layers that obscure other information, easing viewing of the data. SIR 2011–5156