[OSM-newbies] Economizing OSM edits

[Richard Fairhurst]

Joe Early wrote:
> I note that potlatch's tidy command adds points to (most)  
> roundabouts but removes them from open ways.

Just for the avoidance of doubt, that's to make it easier for you to  
get nice straight lines when the road _is_ straight - not because  
there's a global shortage of points.

It's hugely useful when sorting out street grid systems, but not  
essential for much else.

cheers
Richard