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How to Use a Map in Minecraft PC: A Quick Guide

How to Use a Map in Minecraft PC: A Quick Guide
Tatiana Burgos

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Ever wondered how to navigate the vast, blocky expanses of Minecraft on your PC? Well, you’re in the right place to find out exactly how to use a map in Minecraft PC and never get lost again.

Using a map in Minecraft PC is easier than you might think. Let’s dive into how you can keep track of your pixelated adventures without getting lost!

Quick Steps to Use a Map in Minecraft PC

To start using a map in Minecraft, you first need to create one. Grab yourself 8 pieces of paper and a compass. Craft them together, and voila, you have a map!

Once you have your map, right-click it in your inventory. This will ‘open’ the map, recording and drawing the terrain around you. As you wander around, the map fills in more details. If you want to see more than what’s initially shown, simply explore!

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