Where to find the minimap position setting in Journeymap

Open Journeymap's settings menu by pressing the J key while in-game (the default hotkey, though you can rebind it). From the main Journeymap menu, select Options, then navigate to Minimap. You'll see a setting called Position with a dropdown menu showing your current corner.

The Position dropdown offers four choices: Top Left, Top Right, Bottom Left, and Bottom Right. Click whichever corner you prefer, and the minimap will move there immediately. You don't need to restart the game or reload your world.

Key Takeaways

  • Press J to open Journeymap, then go to Options > Minimap > Position to change where the minimap appears on your screen.
  • The minimap can be placed in any of the four corners: top left, top right, bottom left, or bottom right.
  • Changes take effect instantly without requiring a game restart or world reload.
  • If the J key doesn't work, check your keybinds in the Journeymap settings to see what hotkey is currently assigned.
  • You can also hide the minimap entirely by toggling it off in the same menu if you prefer a cleaner screen.

Adjusting minimap size and transparency while you're there

While you have the Minimap settings open, you'll notice other options worth adjusting. The Size slider lets you make the minimap larger or smaller depending on how much screen space you want it to take up. A larger minimap is easier to read from a distance, while a smaller one leaves more room for your main view.

The Transparency setting controls how see-through the minimap is. Lowering transparency makes it more opaque so it stands out better against busy backgrounds, while raising it makes the minimap blend into the scenery behind it. Most players find a middle ground works best—visible enough to read quickly, but not so solid that it blocks your view of the world.

What to do if the minimap won't move or disappears

If you change the position but the minimap doesn't move, first check that you're looking at the right setting. Some players accidentally adjust Map Window Position (which controls the full map window, not the minimap) instead of Minimap Position. These are two separate settings in the Options menu.

If the minimap vanishes entirely after changing position, it may have been toggled off. Return to Options > Minimap and look for a Show Minimap or Enabled toggle switch. Turn it back on and the minimap should reappear in your chosen corner. If it still doesn't show, try closing Journeymap completely (press J again) and reopening it.

Resetting Journeymap settings to defaults

If you've changed multiple settings and want to start over, Journeymap includes a reset option. In the Options menu, look for a button labeled Reset to Defaults or Restore Defaults. This will return all settings—including minimap position, size, and transparency—to what they were when you first installed the mod.

Resetting does not delete any maps you've already created or explored. It only changes the display and behavior settings. After resetting, you can then adjust just the minimap position and leave everything else as it was.

Moving the full map window separately from the minimap

Journeymap has two separate map displays: the small minimap that stays on your screen corner, and the full map window that opens when you press a hotkey. You can position these independently. The minimap position is what we've covered above. The full map window can be moved by dragging its title bar around your screen, and its position will be remembered the next time you open it.

If you want the full map window to open in a specific spot every time, simply drag it there once and close it. Journeymap will save that location. This is useful if you play on a multi-monitor setup or want the map to always appear on one side of your screen.

Keybinds for toggling the minimap on and off

Beyond moving the minimap, you can also set a hotkey to show or hide it without opening the full menu. In Options, find Keybinds and look for an option like Toggle Minimap or Show/Hide Minimap. Assign a key you don't use for anything else—many players use a number key like 0 or a letter like M.

Once set, you can press that key during gameplay to instantly hide the minimap if it's in the way, then press it again to bring it back. This is faster than opening the full settings menu and is handy when you need a clearer view of your surroundings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I move the minimap to the center of my screen?

No, Journeymap only supports the four corners. If you want a centered map display, you would need to use the full map window instead, which you can position anywhere on your screen by dragging it.

Will changing the minimap position affect other players on a multiplayer server?

No, minimap position is a client-side setting stored on your computer. Other players won't see where your minimap is, and their settings won't affect yours.

What's the difference between the minimap and the full map window?

The minimap is a small, always-visible corner display showing your immediate surroundings. The full map window opens on demand and shows a much larger area with more detail. You can position and size each one independently.

Does the minimap position reset when I update Journeymap?

Usually no—Journeymap saves your settings separately from the mod files, so updating the mod keeps your preferences. However, if you completely uninstall and reinstall it, your settings will return to defaults.