Toggle Inspect Mode

How to Use Toggle Inspect Mode in the Map Studio

Toggle Inspect Mode is a useful tool in the map editor that helps you identify and interact with specific features on your map. This feature can make it easier to edit, delete, or hide individual elements by simply hovering over them. Below, we’ll walk you through how to activate and use this tool.

Where to Find the Toggle Inspect Mode Tool

The Toggle Inspect Mode button is located on the right side of the map editor studio, among the other map tools. It’s an easy-to-spot icon that allows you to quickly inspect and interact with features on your map.

Image 1: Location of the Toggle Inspect Mode Tool

How to Use the Toggle Inspect Mode

1. Activate the Tool: Click on the Toggle Inspect Mode button to activate it. Once activated, the map will enter an inspection mode where hovering over elements will display information about the feature.

2. Hover Over Features: Once the tool is active, hover your mouse cursor over different features on your map. The system will highlight these features and display relevant details, such as their type and other associated properties.

• Example: If you're hovering over a building, it might show its ID, name, and other attributes.

3. Interact with Features: While in inspect mode, you can click on any feature to auto-select it. This will allow you to:

• Edit: Make changes to the feature's properties.

• Delete: Remove the feature from the map.

• Hide: Temporarily hide the feature without deleting it.

Image 2: Comparing Normal Map vs. Map with Toggle Inspect Mode Activated

In the comparison, you can see that with Toggle Inspect Mode on, hovering over features on the map provides additional information about each one, making it easy to identify and manage map elements.

Tips and Best Practices

• Use Inspect Mode for Quick Edits: If you need to make quick changes or identify troublesome map features, this tool can save you time.
• Keep Hovering for More Details: Sometimes, hovering over a feature will provide more in-depth information. Keep your mouse cursor over elements to get a clearer idea of what they are.
• Make Sure You Click to Select: Once you've identified a feature you want to interact with, be sure to click on it to select it for editing, deletion, or hiding.

Conclusion

Toggle Inspect Mode is an incredibly powerful tool to help you identify and manage the different elements on your map. By enabling this feature, you’ll be able to efficiently interact with your map's features and make adjustments without any guesswork. Whether you’re making small edits or large-scale changes, this tool is an essential part of your map editing toolkit.

Updated on: 08/01/2025