The global mapper is computer software that can be installed and used for mapping functions. It supports many file data formats and can be used to edit the data that is imported into the software.
The software provides many utility functions and assists in many complicated calculations to determine and map out an environment. It can provide aerial views and 3-D path profiles.
A global mapper can also be used to examine the topography of an area. It further allows for the printing of maps and topographies.
The global mapper software supports many different data formats. This makes the system very accessible for data importing and exporting needs.
A typical price for a brand new global mapper product and license is between $320 and $360, as of January 2010. Upgrading an older global mapper version is around $130.