Horizon Analyst

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Core Features
• Setup Process
• Data Analysis
• Communication Features
• Troubleshooting
• Video Tutorials

Overview

Horizon Analyst is a sophisticated companion application that extends Horizon's analytical capabilities through advanced data visualization and bi-directional communication. This powerful tool provides specialized features for in-depth spatial data examination, interactive reporting, and enhanced data analysis workflows that seamlessly integrate with your main mapping interface.

Core Features

Analysis Tools

• Bi-directional Data Exchange: Real-time communication between Horizon and Analyst through SignalR integration
• Advanced Visualization: Comprehensive charting capabilities including pie charts and bar graphs for attribute analysis
• Interactive Table Analysis: Enhanced table visualization with column configuration and data filtering
• Dynamic Data Selection: Flexible geometry-based data filtering with multiple input methods
• Report Generation: Customizable reports based on spatial queries and attribute analysis
• Multi-Window Support: Independent browser window operation for enhanced workflow flexibility

Interface Options

• Separate Window Mode: Opens in dedicated browser window for dual-monitor setups
• Integrated Communication: Maintains persistent connection with main Horizon application
• Responsive Layout: Adapts to various screen sizes and window configurations
• Synchronized Data Updates: Real-time updates when data changes in either application
• Context Preservation: Maintains analysis state across window interactions

Setup Process

Initial Access

1. Open Horizon Analyst Panel
2. Click "Open Horizon Analyst"
3. Position window as needed

Advanced Geometry Selection

Layer-Based Selection

1. Layer Discovery: Automatically detects visible feature layers with polygon geometries
2. Smart Selection: Choose from dynamically updated layer dropdown lists
3. Geometry Validation: Ensures selected geometries are suitable for spatial analysis
4. Multi-Layer Support: Works with various layer types including FeatureLayers and MapImageLayers

Interactive Drawing Tools

1. Polygon Drawing: Create custom analysis boundaries using point-by-point polygon creation
2. Rectangle Tool: Quickly define rectangular analysis areas with two-point drawing
3. Real-time Preview: Visual feedback during geometry creation process
4. Precision Control: Exact coordinate placement for precise analysis boundaries

Advanced Geometry Management

1. Edit Mode: Modify existing geometries using integrated SketchViewModel functionality
2. Geometry Validation: Automatic validation of polygon completeness and spatial validity
3. Coordinate Projection: Handles coordinate system transformations using projectOperator
4. Union Operations: Combine multiple geometries for complex analysis areas using unionOperator

Data Analysis

Basic Operation

1. Select desired report
2. Configure column visibility
3. Review data presentation

Chart Analysis

1. Select analysis attribute
2. Review generated charts
3. Interact with visualizations

Communication Features

Horizon to Analyst

1. Select/draw geometry in Horizon
2. Click filter button
3. View data in Analyst

Analyst to Horizon

1. Select table data
2. Use "Zoom to Selected"
3. View in Horizon map

Troubleshooting

Issue	Solution
Connection lost	Refresh both windows
Chart display issues	Verify attribute selection
Performance delays	Reduce selection size
Zoom issues	Check data selection

Video Tutorials

Data Transfer to Analyst

Data Transfer from Analyst

Data Analysis Tutorial

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