AR1/docs/analysis-tools/raster-conversion.md

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Raster Conversion

Convert raster datasets between formats and data types.

Overview

Raster conversion transforms raster datasets between different formats, data types, and projections.

Inputs

  • Raster Dataset: Raster dataset to convert
  • Output Format: Target format
  • Data Type: Target data type
  • Projection (optional): Target projection

Outputs

New raster dataset with:

  • Converted format
  • Specified data type
  • Projected coordinates (if specified)

Example

{
  "raster_dataset_id": 125,
  "output_format": "GeoTIFF",
  "data_type": "Float32"
}

Use Cases

  • Format conversion
  • Data type optimization
  • Projection transformation
  • Compatibility preparation

Notes

  • Data type conversion may affect values
  • Projection transformation requires resampling
  • Large rasters may take time to process
  • Output format affects file size