Xaero's World Map

Important Warning: Do not use XaeroPlus with this mod! This is an unofficial addon not affiliated with the developer that causes critical errors and crashes. There is also information about possible connections to server griefing groups, which could put your builds at risk.

About the Mod

Xaero's World Map adds a fullscreen world map to Minecraft that automatically fills in as you explore. The mod works as a standalone addition but reaches its full potential when combined with Xaero's Minimap. The separation into two separate mods allows keeping the minimap as lightweight as possible.

Key feature: The mod is primarily client-side. Installation on the server side is only required for some additional features like world identification.

The mod is in active development! If you find any bugs, be sure to report them to the developer.

Important recommendation: For optimal performance, make sure your world is optimized for the current Minecraft version (Singleplayer → Edit → Optimize World). Repeat this procedure after each game update, as generating maps from unoptimized saves takes significantly longer.

Main Features

• Automatic map filling unlike manual paper map creation
• Support for all game modes: singleplayer, multiplayer, and Realms
• Intuitive interface: opens with M key, mouse control and wheel for zooming
• Automatic detection of multiple worlds on servers
• Display of claimed chunks and allies from Open Parties and Claims mod with direct management from the map
• Resource pack support (changing packs causes complete map regeneration)
• Works in underground dimensions including the Nether
• Vanilla maps mode making the map resemble standard paper maps
• Terrain shadow customization
• Footstep display showing your recent travel route
• Performance settings for optimization

Integration with Xaero's Minimap

The mod closely integrates with Xaero's Minimap:

• Minimap displays chunks provided by the world map
• World map shows waypoints from the minimap
• Works with Better PVP mod
• Creation, editing, and teleportation to waypoints directly from the map interface

Additional Features

• Potion effects for controlling map usage on servers
• On-map waypoint menu (since version 1.14.0)
• Map export to PNG format
• Binding map access to specific items in inventory
• Flexible map selection settings for different worlds on the same server

Frequently Asked Questions

Restoring Nether Maps

To restore Nether map display in fullscreen mode after update 1.30:

1. Exit the server and find the game folder
2. Go to xaero/world-map/Multiplayer_[server_address]/DIM-1/[map_folder]
3. Create a "caves" folder and inside it a "-2147483648" folder
4. Move all .zip files to caves/-2147483648

Cave Mode Setup

To set up cave mode like in versions before 1.30:

• Set "Default Cave Mode Type" to OFF
• Enable "Legible Cave Maps"
• In the Nether, set "Cave Mode Type" to Full

Teleportation Issues

Teleportation uses the /tp @s x y z command by default. Appropriate permissions are required:

• In vanilla game, operator status is needed
• On servers with plugins, separate permissions may be required
• The command can be changed in map settings

Automatic Map Exploration

In singleplayer, the map loads directly from the world save. You can pregenerate the world using tools, then use "Reload Regions" in map settings.

Map Selection Setup

The mod supports several map selection modes:

• Manual - manual selection (default)
• World Spawn - automatic by spawn point
• Single - one map for everything
• Server - best option when mod is installed on server

Restoring "Reset" Map

Map data is usually not deleted. The problem is often related to server address changes or dimension ID changes. You can restore the map by:

• Renaming dimension folders
• Changing map selection mode
• Updating the mod to the latest version

Usage Restrictions on Server

To prohibit cave mode usage, install the mod on the server and configure appropriate parameters in the configuration file.

Compatibility with Vanilla Clients

For vanilla clients to connect to a server with the mod installed, disable status effect registration in the server configuration file.

Permissions

Video Creation: Allowed to use the mod in video content.

Use in Modpacks: Allowed with conditions:

• Monetization only through CurseForge or Modrinth
• When distributing outside these platforms, mandatory link to official mod pages
• Modpack name and description should not cause confusion with original mods