| Descriptions | Use cases |
Buffer | Creates a specified range area centered around data objects | • Determining the optimal location for facilities (e.g., chain stores, supermarkets, hospitals, schools) to ensure they cover residents within a specific service radius. |
Centroid | Generates the geometric center point for each data object | • Identifying the geographic center of cities, regions, or polygons. • Selecting the optimal location for warehouses or distribution centers to minimize service distance. |
Bounding Box | Generates a rectangle that fully encloses data objects | • Determining the extent of objects for quick positioning and display. • Adjusting the map view based on the bounding box. |
Count Points | Calculates the number of points within a polygon area | • Analyzing the number of traffic accidents in various districts of NYC. |
Join Features | Associates the attribute data of polygons with the points that fall within them | • Associating statistical data of administrative regions (e.g., population density, income levels) with POI within the area. |
Clip | Uses a polygon to clip and retain points within the polygon | • Extracting land use data for a specific city from national land use data. |
Dissolve | Merges adjacent or overlapping polygons | Merging multiple administrative divisions (e.g., towns, streets) into a larger area (e.g., county, city). |