what is the list of symbols on a map called
Map symbolization A map is a smaller representation of an area on the earthâ€™s surface; therefore, map symbols are used to represent real objects. Without symbols, maps would not be possible.[3] Both shapes and colors can be used for symbols on maps. A small circle may mean a point of interest, with a brown circle meaning recreation, red circle meaning services, and green circle meaning rest stop. Colors may cover larger areas of a map, such as green representing forested land and blue representing waterways. To ensure that a person can correctly read a map, a map legend[citation needed] is a key to all the symbols used on a map. It is like a dictionary so you can understand the meaning of what the map represents/[3]
Degree symbol In Microsoft Office and similar programs, there is often also an Insert menu with an Insert Symbol or Symbol command that brings up a graphical palette of symbols to insert, including the degree symbol. In WordPerfect, pressing Ctrl+W+ brings up lists of special characters. The character map is usually sorted as per the unicode tables, so sixteen characters horizontally (0–F); this may vary from system to system, though. An easier way is to simply enter the hexadecimal value and press Alt+X; if the characters touching the Unicode number is any digit or the letters A–F, make sure there is a space before pressing Alt+X. Example: ‘At 71[insert space]b0Alt+X[remove space before symbol] N, temperatures can get frigid.’