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Hill Shading

Hill shading makes hills and ridges stand out, so the shape of the terrain is easier to read at a glance.

The map without hill shadingThe map without hill shading
Without hill shading
The same map with hill shading turned onThe same map with hill shading turned on
With hill shading

How to turn on hill shading

  1. Tap the Maps button in the toolbar.

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

  2. Scroll down to the Terrain section and tap Hill Shade.

    Hill Shade in the Terrain sectionHill Shade in the Terrain section

Updated October 7, 2026

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