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Getting charts for OpenCPN can be a bit of a pain. Not to fear though, as in this OpenCPN tutorial, we're going to walk through all the steps needed for you to create your own charts. And best of all? All the tools we'll use are free!

We'll start by explaining the basics of chart creation and the data formats supported by OpenCPN. Then, we'll walk you through the process of downloading and processing chart data using SASPlanet and Sat2Chart.

Whether you're a seasoned navigator or a beginner looking to take more control over your charts, this guide will give you the knowledge and tools you need to unleash the full power of OpenCPN.

A HUGE thank you goes out to Paul Higgins for his work in creating Sat2Chart and sharing it with us. If you find this process helpful, please consider supporting him with a donation:

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Table Of Contents
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0:00 - Intro
0:27 - Other Chart Sources
0:58 - My Latest Project!
2:50 - MB Tiles
3:53 - What Programs You Need
7:05 - Installing & Setting Up SASPlanet
11:53 - Installing & Setting Up Sat2Chart
17:32 - Creating Basic Overview Charts
22:37 - Introducing Polygons in SASPlanet
28:56 - Creating Detailed Charts Using Polygons
36:02 - Wrap Up

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Related Links
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Paul's Download Page: https://www.gdayii.ca/Downloads/
Sat2Chart Cruiser's Forum: https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/...
OpenCPN Website: https://opencpn.org/