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Grid Overlays

Using the web app? Grid Overlays on the Web App

Topo Maps+ can show a coordinate grid on top of the map, which helps when you're reading or sharing coordinates. There are two grid types:

  • Lat/Lon (latitude and longitude)

    A latitude and longitude grid on the mapA latitude and longitude grid on the map

  • UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator)

    A UTM grid on the mapA UTM grid on the map

How to turn on a grid

  1. Tap the Maps button in the toolbar.

    The Maps button in the map toolbarThe Maps button in the map toolbar

  2. In the Coordinate Grid section, select Lat/Lon or UTM. Select None to turn the grid off.

    The Coordinate Grid section with None, Lat/Lon, and UTM optionsThe Coordinate Grid section with None, Lat/Lon, and UTM options

Scale and compass

To show a distance scale or a compass on top of the map, scroll down to Map Components on the Maps screen and turn on Scale or Compass.

Scale and Compass in the Map Components sectionScale and Compass in the Map Components section

Distance rings

Distance rings draw circles at set distances on the map. Scroll down to the Distance Rings section on the Maps screen and turn on Distance Rings, or choose Fixed Rings to keep them fixed around a specific point.

Distance rings drawn around a point on the map
Shown on iPhone — Android looks slightly different.

Updated October 7, 2026

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