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# Using Traversal Matching Sites within a Route Definition

## The Traversal Matching Sites feature within RailState is useful for effectively tracking train routes across multiple sensors or regions. By following the outlined steps, users can optimize their data collection based on specific route selections, ensuring they capture accurate train counts. It is important to understand the different options and their implications on analysis. \* Press Play below for an audio guide \*\* Click the icon at the bottom right for step-by-step help

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