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QGIS Workflow: Converting Drone TIFF to XYZ Tiles (JPG/PNG)

This workflow demonstrates how to convert a drone-acquired TIFF file into XYZ tiles using QGIS.

Steps​

1. Open QGIS and Create a New Project​

2. Add Raster Layer​

  • Go to Layer → Add Layer → Add Raster Layer.

3. Select TIFF File​

  • In the Add Raster Layer dialog, browse and select your TIFF file.
  • Click Add.

4. View TIFF in Ortho Mosaic​

  • The TIFF file will load and display as an orthomosaic.

5. Open Processing Toolbox​

  • Go to Processing → Toolbox.

  • The Processing Toolbox appears on the right side.

6. Generate XYZ Tiles​

  • In the Processing Toolbox, go to Raster Tools → Generate XYZ Tiles.

7. Configure XYZ Parameters​

  • Set parameters such as output directory, extent, zoom levels, and file format (PNG or JPG).

8. Run the Process​

  • Click Run and select the directory to save the XYZ tiles.

  • Click Run again to save the output files.

The process will generate a folder containing XYZ tiles in the chosen format, ready for use in web maps or GIS applications.