# textdomain: mcl_maps
Empty Map=
Empty maps are not useful as maps, but they can be stacked and turned to maps which can be used.=
Rightclick to start using the map (which can't be stacked anymore).=
Map=
Maps show your surroundings as you explore the world.=
Hold the map in any of the hotbar slots. This allows you to access the minimap by pressing the minimap key (see controls settings).=
In Creative Mode, you don't need this item; the minimap is always available.=
Enables minimap=
Use the minimap key to show the map.=