How to Create 3D Shapes on Your Map?

Creating custom 3D shapes on a map is now easier than ever. With the drawing tool, you can draw shapes, customize their color, and extrude them to a specific height to create realistic 3D structures such as buildings and landmarks.

Step 1: Open the Drawing Menu

1. Navigate to the Drawings tab in the left sidebar.
2. Click Create Drawing Layer to start a new drawing session.
3. Enter a descriptive name for your layer to keep your drawings organized.

Step 2: Draw a Shape on the Map

1. Click Draw on the Map.
2. Use your mouse or trackpad to outline the desired shape.
3. Adjust the shape as needed and finalize your drawing.

Step 3: Convert to a 3D Shape

1. Scroll down to the 3D Shapes section.
2. Toggle Convert to 3D Shape to enable extrusion.
3. Set the Base Height (starting height in meters).
4. Set the Top Height (maximum height in meters).
5. Customize the appearance by selecting a color under Set Drawing Color and Opacity.

Step 4: Save and Preview

1. Click Preview to see your shape in 3D.
2. Adjust height, color, or shape settings if necessary.
3. Once satisfied, click Save to retain your 3D drawing layer.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can create custom 3D shapes to enhance your maps with realistic structures and geographical features. Experiment with different shapes, colors, and heights to design a fully customized 3D map!

Check out this example.