Map Features

Map Navigation

The Silksong Map provides intuitive navigation controls that work seamlessly across all devices. This guide covers all the ways you can explore and navigate the map.

Zoom Controls

Mouse Wheel: Scroll up to zoom in, scroll down to zoom out
Touch Devices: Use pinch gestures to zoom in/out
Zoom Buttons: Click the + and - buttons in the control panel
Keyboard: Use + and - keys for zoom control

Panning (Moving Around)

Mouse: Click and drag to move the map view
Touch: Touch and drag with your finger
Keyboard: Use arrow keys for precise movement
Edge Scrolling: Move mouse to screen edges to auto-scroll

Reset and Home

Home Button: Returns to the default map view
Double Click: Double-click any empty area to center and zoom
Keyboard Shortcut: Press 'H' to return home

Fullscreen Mode

Toggle Button: Click the fullscreen icon to expand the map
Keyboard: Press 'F' to toggle fullscreen
Exit: Press 'Esc' or click the exit button to leave fullscreen
Benefits: Immersive exploration with maximum screen space

View Modes

Standard View: Default balanced view showing all content
Area Focus: Click on area names to zoom to specific regions
POI Focus: Click search results to automatically navigate to locations

Browser History: Use back/forward buttons to revisit previous views
Bookmark Views: Browser bookmarks save current map position and zoom
Session Persistence: Map position is remembered during your session

Touch Gestures

Single Tap: Select POIs and interact with map elements
Double Tap: Quick zoom in on the tapped location
Pinch: Zoom in/out with two fingers
Drag: Pan around the map with one finger
Two-Finger Drag: Rotate the map view (if rotation is enabled)

Mobile-Specific Features

Orientation Lock: Landscape mode recommended for better visibility
Touch Feedback: Visual feedback for all touch interactions
Gesture Prevention: Prevents accidental browser gestures
Performance Optimization: Smooth 60fps navigation on mobile devices

Keyboard Shortcuts

Arrow Keys: Pan in all directions
+ / -: Zoom in and out
H: Return to home view
F: Toggle fullscreen mode
Esc: Exit fullscreen or close dialogs

Functionality

Space: Toggle filter panel
S: Focus search bar
C: Clear all filters
T: Toggle all POI visibility

Performance Optimization

Smooth Zooming: Use continuous zoom movements rather than discrete jumps
Efficient Panning: Plan your route before moving to reduce unnecessary navigation
Layer Management: Hide unused layers to improve performance
Cache Awareness: Allow time for high-resolution tiles to load at new zoom levels

Exploration Strategy

Start Wide: Begin with a zoomed-out view to understand overall layout
Progressive Detail: Gradually zoom in as you explore specific areas
Landmark Navigation: Use major areas as reference points for orientation
Systematic Exploration: Work through areas methodically to avoid missing content

Accessibility

Keyboard Navigation: Full functionality available without mouse
Screen Reader Support: Compatible with assistive technologies
High Contrast: Readable at all zoom levels
Adjustable Interface: Customizable control sizes and positions

Common Issues

Sluggish Performance: Clear browser cache and close unnecessary tabs
Map Not Responding: Refresh the page and check internet connection
Missing Tiles: Allow time for map data to load or try refreshing
Touch Issues: Ensure no browser zoom is applied (100% zoom recommended)

Browser-Specific Tips

Chrome: Best performance with hardware acceleration enabled
Firefox: May require WebGL enabled for optimal experience
Safari: iOS users should enable JavaScript and disable content blockers
Edge: Similar to Chrome with excellent touch support

Next Steps

Now that you understand navigation, explore:

Search & Filtering: Find specific content quickly
Progress Tracking: Mark your discoveries and track completion
Advanced Features: Discover power-user functionality

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