.. _doc_item_asset_map:

Map Assets
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Maps and compasses are created from the ItemMapAsset class. They provide the player with additional UI information for as long as they are in the player's inventory. They can neither be held nor equipped.

This inherits the :ref:`ItemAsset <doc_item_asset_intro>` class.

Item Asset Properties
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**GUID** *32-digit hexadecimal*: Refer to :ref:`GUID <doc_data_guid>` documentation.

**Type** *enum* (``Map``, ``Compass``)

**ID** *uint16*: Must be a unique identifier.

Map Asset Properties
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**Enables_Map** *flag*: Provides access to a satellite map display.

**Enables_Chart** *flag*: Provides access to a chart map display.

**Enables_Compass** *flag*: Provides a compass HUD, and the ability to set visible waypoints on the map display.