Definición
Un cuadro delimitador es un sistema de coordenadas rectangulares utilizado para definir un área geográfica en los mapas. Está determinado por dos conjuntos de coordenadas -latitud y longitud- que establecen la ubicación de las cuatro esquinas del recuadro. Las coordenadas de las esquinas crean cuatro líneas que forman un rectángulo. Todos los puntos que se encuentran dentro del rectángulo se consideran parte del mismo.
Practical Applications
Bounding boxes find utility across a spectrum of applications. Mapping services frequently utilize them to determine which map features fall within a specified area for display. Additionally, they serve as inputs for various network analytics services such as route optimization, geocoding, and spatial analytics.
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Geocoding and Autocomplete providers, like LocationIQ employ bounding boxes intelligently within its autocomplete API. By prioritizing results falling within a specified bounding box, users receive more relevant and localized suggestions. This ensures a smoother user experience, particularly in scenarios where precise geographic information is paramount.
Imagine drawing a rectangle on a map. This rectangle, defined by its four corner points, encapsulates the geographic area of interest. For example, envision a bounding box encompassing the entirety of California. Searching an address with bounding box for California leads to prioritization of results that fall within California.
