OkMap Tutorial - Navigate and Orient Yourself on the Map

Published on July 9, 2026 - Video duration: 4:55

Tutorial Overview

Tutorial on how to navigate and orient yourself on maps using OkMap.

In this video, you will learn how to move around the map, use navigation tools, manage multiple maps opened simultaneously, obtain geographic information, and locate coordinates and places of interest.

Recommended Prerequisite

To better understand this tutorial, we recommend watching first:

• First Startup and Quick Setup

Procedure:

• Move the map using the mouse, keyboard, and window edges
• Quickly center the map with a double-click
• Use the zoom tools
• Open and manage multiple maps simultaneously
• Check the information displayed in the status bar
• Use the overview map for orientation
• Explore the terrain with the magnifier
• Obtain geographic information through geocoding
• Search for coordinates and locations
• Center the map on existing waypoints

Tips:

• Use the overview map to quickly move to distant areas
• Take advantage of the status bar to monitor coordinates, elevation, and map information
• Use the magnifier to inspect details without changing the zoom level
• Use the search function to quickly reach specific coordinates or locations
• Keep multiple maps open to compare different areas and map layers

Notes:

• OkMap allows you to manage multiple maps opened simultaneously
• The status bar provides information about the cursor, the map, and the application status
• The overview map shows the current position within the displayed area
• The geocoding function allows you to obtain information about selected points
• Waypoints can be used to quickly center the map on points of interest

Common Mistakes:

• Using zoom levels that are not appropriate for the area being explored
• Forgetting which map is active when working with multiple open maps
• Hiding the status bar and losing useful information about the current position
• Confusing cursor coordinates with those of a waypoint or selected object
• Not using the overview map when navigating across very large areas