metadata.txt

# This file contains metadata for your plugin.

# This file should be included when you package your plugin.# Mandatory items:

[general]
name=Layout Map Cropper
qgisMinimumVersion=3.0
description=This plugin crops (resizes) the map item on a layout to precisely fit a map layer.
version=0.1
author=P. van de Geer
email=pvandegeer@gmail.com

about=This plugin crops (resizes) the map item on a layout to precisely fit a map layer. This is usefull if you have a rectangular sized map. 
    Usage: 
    - Select the map on your layout 
    - Activate the plugin through the menu or button
    - Select constraining layer from the list
    
    The map wil be fitted to the width of the map item on the layout. The height will be adjusted accordingly. In the item properties tab lock the aspect ratio and resize to your needs or hold SHIFT while manually resizing.

tracker=https://github.com/pvandegeer/itemmap_cropper/issues
repository=https://github.com/pvandegeer/itemmap_cropper
# End of mandatory metadata

# Recommended items:

hasProcessingProvider=no
# Uncomment the following line and add your changelog:
# changelog=

# Tags are comma separated with spaces allowed
tags=python, layout, composer, map, crop, rectangular, resize, fit

# homepage=https://github.com/pvandegeer/itemmap_cropper
icon=resources/icon.png
# experimental flag
experimental=False

# deprecated flag (applies to the whole plugin, not just a single version)
deprecated=False

# Since QGIS 3.8, a comma separated list of plugins to be installed
# (or upgraded) can be specified.
# Check the documentation for more information.
# plugin_dependencies=

Category of the plugin: Raster, Vector, Database or Web
# category=

# If the plugin can run on QGIS Server.
server=False