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Version: v2

Map Overview & Layers

The map is the main workspace in a published Frag Order. It shows all flight routes, ground units, threat rings, and drawings for the selected coalition in a single view.

Map overview with routes and threat rings

View Modes

Three buttons in the top-left corner switch the map renderer:

ButtonMode
MapStandard 2D top-down view (default)
Globe3D perspective with terrain shading and domed threat rings
DarkDark base map for low-light briefings

3D globe view with domed threat rings

Layer Controls

The Base Layers panel on the left toggles what is rendered on the map:

LayerDescription
MGRS GridMilitary Grid Reference System overlay
HillshadeTerrain shading derived from elevation data
ContoursElevation contour lines
BullseyeBullseye reference point from the mission file
Target PointsNamed target steerpoints
Threat RingsSAM and AAA engagement envelopes from the mission file
OPFOREnemy ground units
VehiclesAll vehicle groups
DrawingsPlanning drawings added by editors and planners

Groups Panel

Below the base layers, the Groups panel lists every flight group in the coalition. Each group has two icon buttons:

  • Eye — toggle the group's route visibility on the map
  • Lock — focus the map on that group's route

Click a group name to highlight its route and jump to it on the map.