Globe View

This view is similar to the map view in that nodes in the data can be displayed in a global format if geo-coordinates are included in the node file. The difference is that in this visual, nodes and links are plotted on a three-dimensional globe which can be rotated. This view is especially useful for international outbreaks or to look at potential connections across countries. The layout and options are very similar to those in the map view. Although latitude and longitude give you the most precise location, zip codes and other geopolitical demarcations (counties, and states) are also rendered on the map if latitude longitude data is unavailable.

As with the Map View (insert link to Map view), settings can be changed by exploring various options on the 4 tabs (see image below)

MicrobeTrace displays the node data on the globe based on the various options you selected. Fig. 81 shows the map with node colors changed with links shown. Use the scroll bar on your mouse to pan around or zoom in and out. Moving your mouse while left clicking allows you to rotate the globe and easily view intercontinental network connections. In addition to the usual buttons on the top left corner, the Globe View has an additional rotate button . Clicking on this icon slowly rotates the globe. As with other views, map images can be exported and saved as .png, .svg, or .jpg image files.