What's a Locator Map in Minecraft?

A Locator map is an item which can be used as a visual aid when exploring the Overworld or The End. It allows a player to capture surface features of areas they visit, plotting them on a hand-held map. It also allows players to locate other players, as the name states.

How do you use a locator map in Minecraft?

Hold the empty map and press use item to transform the empty map into a map item, which gradually begins filling with information as that player travels within its borders. This variation is called an "empty locator map" in Bedrock Edition, or an "empty map" in Java Edition.

Whats the difference between an empty map and a locator map?

Locator takes a compass to make and shows your position on in. The map just takes paper to make but you don't show up on it.