How to Install OpenStreetMap on macOS

OpenStreetMap is a free and open-source map that can be used for navigation and geographic information systems (GIS) purposes. This guide will walk you through how to install OpenStreetMap on macOS.

Requirements

  • A macOS computer running on Big Sur, Catalina, or Mojave.
  • A stable internet connection.
  • Terminal application.

Steps

  1. Open the Terminal application on your macOS computer.

  2. Install Homebrew using the following command:

/bin/bash -c "$(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Homebrew/install/master/install.sh)"
  1. After the installation is complete, run the following command to update Homebrew:
brew update
  1. Install OpenStreetMap using the following command:
brew install openstreetmap
  1. After the installation is complete, verify the installation by running the following command:
osm2pgsql --version
  1. If the installation is successful, you should see a version number displayed in the terminal.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed OpenStreetMap on macOS.

Conclusion

OpenStreetMap is a powerful mapping tool that can be used for a variety of purposes. This guide has provided an easy-to-follow tutorial on how to install OpenStreetMap on macOS using Homebrew. With OpenStreetMap, you can access detailed maps, create custom maps, and perform geographic analysis.