Why use Layouts?
More flexible map titles: Titles in the Layout window won’t need to be re-positioned if you change the map view (pan/zoom). It is possible to enter title text directly in the Map window, but we strongly discourage it. Print at a specific map scale: Map frames in a layout can be set to have a specific printed map scale. In Layout window, dbl-click on the map frame. Note: Changing the “zoom” level for a Map window, is not an accurate way to print maps at a specific scale. However, you can use File > Print > Options to set the print scale for maps printed from a Map window. Combine separate maps or other windows on 1 page: A layout window can show one or many maps on the same page, as well as Legends and Browser(s). Example: To export a Map with Legend etc to PowerPoint or Word: a. Create a Layout window via Window > New Layout window b. Place both Map and Legend windows on it using the Frame tool or MapInfo Pro’s automatic placement. c. Save the Layout window as a JPEG, WMF or other supp
