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Map Display Settings, 3D Globe, Zoom Options

This SOP explains how to configure the visual and interaction settings for a map, including style, 3D globe view, default view, point list behavior, and embedded zoom behavior.

Written by Chelsey Roney

Key Steps

1. Open the Map Style Settings 0:22

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  • Open your proxy map.

  • Navigate to Map Style.

  • Click View.

  • Select a map background from the available display options.

  • If the desired background is not available, request a custom option from the team.

2. Enable 3D Globe View if Desired 0:43

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  • Locate the option to convert the map into a 3D globe.

  • Turn the setting on if you want the map to display as a globe when users zoom out.

  • Confirm the globe view works as expected by zooming out and checking the visual effect.

  • Use this option when you want to create a more interactive and exploratory map experience.

3. Set the Default Map View 0:56

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  • Configure the map’s default view.

  • Set a rotation if you want the map to open facing a specific direction.

  • Set a tilt if you want the map to open at an angled perspective.

  • Review the default view to make sure it highlights the intended area clearly.

4. Decide Whether the Point List Opens Automatically 1:03

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  • Find the setting for auto open point list upon map open.

  • Turn this setting on if you want the list of points to appear automatically when the map loads.

  • Use this option when users should immediately see the available locations or points of interest.

  • Verify that the point list appears on the left-hand side when the map opens.

5. Enable Zoom on Scroll for Embedded Maps 1:19

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  • Check whether the map will be embedded on a website or other page.

  • If embedded, turn on zoom on scroll when embedded.

  • Test the behavior by hovering over the map and scrolling to confirm users can zoom in and out naturally.

  • If this setting is off, users must use the plus and minus zoom buttons in the bottom-right corner instead.

Cautionary Notes

  • Do not enable settings without testing them first in the final map view.

  • Zoom on scroll should only be enabled for embedded maps if that interaction is desired.

  • 3D globe view may change how the map looks when zoomed out, so confirm it still supports your intended use case.

  • If a preferred map background is not available, request assistance rather than forcing an unsuitable style.

Tips for Efficiency

  • Decide on the map’s intended user experience before changing settings.

  • Test each setting immediately after enabling it to avoid rework.

  • Use the default view to direct attention to the most important area of the map.

  • Enable the point list automatically when users need quick access to all locations.

  • For embedded maps, turn on scroll-to-zoom to make the experience feel more natural for users.

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