Mark an initial point on graph paper 2 cm from the margin, fix a letter on the map to the graph, and mark the final point. Note contour lines and elevations, then unfold the paper. Use the horizontal scale to size the profile graph, leaving room at the top for the highest elevation and marking points A and B. Plot elevation dots on the graph axis and connect them to form the profile, referencing the original map. Write the scale and add a graphic scale.

1. How to build a nice topographic profile

2. Mark initial point 2 cm away from the margin

3. Fold the margin
Fix your letter A with the one in the map and
mark final point (B) in the graph paper

4. Mark in the margin every contour line that you come accross

5. Mark the elevations that you know looking at the countour lines

6. Complete the information for every mark

7. Unfold the graph paper again.
Use the horizontal scale to calculate the space needed to represent your profile
Make sure your highest elevation will be included in the graph
Leave 2 or 3 cm and draw the grids of your graph including letters A and B

8. Mark the height represented in the axis of the graph (including the units).

9. Locate each dot in the graph considering its elevation

10. Join the dots together forming a natural profile.
Do not ignore the original map, especially to complete the edges and to mark
the top of the hills

11. Write down the scale

12. Draw a nice graphic scale