[GRASS-dev] v.split: what is 'vertices' for?

[Maciej Sieczka]

Hamish wrote:
> Maciej Sieczka wrote:
>> I haven't found anything relevant in the manual, lists archives, the
>> BT or the source code, so I'm asking here.
> .
>> There are 2 vertices (nodes) currently. Trying to add a vertex between
>> them:
>>
>> $ v.split input=line output=line_split vertices=3
>>
>> Checking line_split in v.digit proves there are still only 2 vertices
>> - the nodes themselves; the 3rd vertex in not added.
>>
>> No matter what is the 'vertices' set to, the outcome is the same. Is
>> that OK? What am I missing to understand what is the 'vertices' option
>> for?
> 
> 
> v.split is acting correctly.
>
> As usual, more documentation needed.
> 
> The module breaks lines at verticies, it doesn't add verticies.

OK, now I get it. Works as you explained. Thanks!

Maybe if I have time on weekend I'll add and example with pictures.

Maciek