Mobile Tile Server

Mobile Tile Server is a versatile application designed to function as an HTTP server, allowing users to host and access map tiles directly from their device storage. This tool is an excellent resource for individuals in need of a straightforward method to serve local and MBTiles map files to various mapping applications.

The core functionality includes serving local map tiles, which can be accessed through a specified port at the URL: http://localhost:PORT/tiles. Users need to define a directory, which acts as the root for the server, enabling easy access to all files within that directory and its subdirectories. This setup is ideal for efficiently managing and serving multiple map tile sets from a single server instance.

Additionally, the app supports local MBTiles files that follow the TMS schema for storing map tiles. These can be accessed via the same means mentioned earlier. The tool accommodates different tile schemas by allowing transformations of the y-coordinate, which is particularly useful when integrating with XYZ tile schema applications.

Another significant feature is the ability to redirect to an external Tile Server using the QuadKey Tile schema. By setting up a simple redirect at http://localhost:PORT/redirect, users can easily convert XYZ coordinates into QuadKey format and seamlessly integrate with services like Bing Maps.

This versatile tool stands out for its ease of setup and comprehensive support of different tile storage schemas, making it a superb tool for developers and technical professionals involved in digital mapping and geographic information systems. Its user-friendly interface and configuration process ensure that users can get their tile server up and running quickly, enhancing mapping projects by providing rapid access to necessary tile data.