What’s new in MapMaker - November 2024
The November 2024 update to MapMaker is focused on workflows around information in the map. You can add pop-ups to sketches, create sketches from search results, see data in 3D without shadows by default, used an improved Map layers panel, and even close Map layers and keep working with an open table. And yes, of course we’ve added some new maps and layers that are ready for your classroom.
Sketch enhancements
This release brings a couple of big additions to sketch. Now your sketches can have a pop-up with a title, description, and even an image. And you can add a sketch right from a search result, making it easier to see your search result as you work with the map. And combine the two: by default, sketches created from search results use the search as the title, but you can customize its pop-up.
Map layers panel improvements
Map layers sees some improvements in this release. Tools that don't work with a particular layer are hidden (not disabled) so you can focus on what you can do. A checkbox replaces the eye icon for visibility. More layer types are included, providing access to the standard tools on those layers as well.
Close Map layers to see more map when using a table
Now you can keep using a table when the Map layers panel is closed. This gives you more space for the map.
3D data more visible by default
By default, the shadow of the sun is now off. You can still turn it on, but this makes it easier to see the data on the globe when you aren't focused on shadows.
Copy and send the URL right to the map
When you copy the URL in your browser, it now includes what map you have open. When you share the URL with a student or colleague, they'll be taken right to the map you had open.
New and updated maps and layers
New maps include Seafloor Crustal Age , Watersheds , Internet Connectivity in the United States , Ocean Currents in Motion , and El Niño Southern Oscillation . The following layers have been updated: Sea Surface Temperature and Water Risk Index .
See What's new and known issues in MapMaker.