Road attributes – 2 Road name

Road name and language code

Road names and route numbers should be entered according to the street sign in reality.

Fig.: Road name in reality and implemented in Map Creator (e.g. Czech Republic)

 
How to add road names/route numbers:

1) Use a separate text field for each road name and/or route number.

  • After entering a name a new text field will open automatically, to allow adding an alternative or additional name or route number.
  • A maximum of four text fields can be used.
Fig.: Entering road names and/or route numbers

 
2) The language code field appears at the end of the text field.

  • In countries with one language the language code is set automatically.
Fig.: Default language code in the Road name field (e.g. Australia)
  • In countries with multiple languages, choose the language of the road name by clicking the drop-down list.
    • For route numbers, use the official language of the region/province/area.
Fig.: Country language code set up where multiple languages exist (e.g. Spain, Catalonia)
  • In countries using languages with non-Latin characters, an additional transcription is needed.
    • If the transcription already exists then the name field displays but it is greyed out and not editable.
Fig.: Country language code set up where multiple languages and transcriptions exist (e.g. Belarus)

 
Note:

  • Changes to existing road names/route numbers are monitored closely because, in most cases, they have been verified by internal experts and validations.
  • When changing an existing road name, ensure you use the name posted on the official sign in reality (not slang).
  • Do not enter multiple road names/route numbers in one text field.
  • Do not enter other information in the road name text fields (e.g. postal codes, house numbers)