How do I convert degree-minute-second latitudes into decimal notation?
The program requires that the latitude be entered in decimal notation (like 45.62), and not DMS notation (like 37°24’11”). To convert the latter to the former, keep the degrees the same, and multiply the minutes by 100/60 (1.67) and put that after the decimal place. The seconds can be ignored because that exceeds the accuracy of the program. For example, 37°24’11” translates to 37.40 degrees.
