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== Definition ==
The window that displays the map of all [[region]]s in [[Second Life]]. It can be used to find locations, individuals, and specific coordinates.  
The window that displays the map. It can be used to find locations, individuals, and specific coordinates.
See also [[SLURL]].


== Tutorial ==
It can be accessed via the ''Map'' button in the taskbar, via ''View'' > ''World Map'' or by pressing {{KeyCombo|ctrl=*|M}}.
 
 
=== Mini-Map ===
 
The Mini-Map shows your close-by surrounding and indicates the presence of other [[Resident]]s by green dots or green arrows. A dot is shown when your camera is at the same height level as the other Residents [[avatar]], an arrow point up is shown when you're beneath, an arrow pointing down is shown when you're above.
 
You can change the zoom level of the Mini-Map by hovering your mouse above it and using the scroll wheel.
 
The Mini-Map can be accessed via the ''Mini-Map'' button in the taskbar, via ''View'' > ''Mini-Map'' or by pressing {{KeyCombo|ctrl=*|shift=*|M}}.
 
== Video Tutorials ==
Are you looking to '''learn how the World Map works in Second Life?''' Watch this [[Video Tutorials|video tutorial]]:
Are you looking to '''learn how the World Map works in Second Life?''' Watch this [[Video Tutorials|video tutorial]]:


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For more help, visit our '''[http://secondlife.com/support/ Support Portal]'''.
For more help, visit our '''[http://secondlife.com/support/ Support Portal]'''.
== Related Links ==
* [[SLURL]]
* related [[Knowledge Base]] articles:
** {{slkb|4562|How do I use the World Map?}}
** {{slkb|4071|How do I use the Mini-Map?}}

Revision as of 18:41, 13 March 2009

The window that displays the map of all regions in Second Life. It can be used to find locations, individuals, and specific coordinates.

It can be accessed via the Map button in the taskbar, via View > World Map or by pressing Ctrl-M.


Mini-Map

The Mini-Map shows your close-by surrounding and indicates the presence of other Residents by green dots or green arrows. A dot is shown when your camera is at the same height level as the other Residents avatar, an arrow point up is shown when you're beneath, an arrow pointing down is shown when you're above.

You can change the zoom level of the Mini-Map by hovering your mouse above it and using the scroll wheel.

The Mini-Map can be accessed via the Mini-Map button in the taskbar, via View > Mini-Map or by pressing Ctrl-⇧ Shift-M.

Video Tutorials

Are you looking to learn how the World Map works in Second Life? Watch this video tutorial:

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Also, you can learn about the Mini-Map:

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and advanced usage of SLURLs (teleport links to places inworld):

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For more help, visit our Support Portal.

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