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'''EarthMC Dynmap+''' | '''EarthMC Dynmap+''' is an [https://3meraldk.github.io/earthmc-dynmap open-source], all-browser extension created by [[3meraldK]] in February 2022 which enhances the user experience on [https://map.earthmc.net EarthMC's map website] by adding a wide range of features and modifying aesthetics. The add-on gained great renown in following years, counting ~44,000 total downloads on GitHub repository (as of September 2026) and peak of ~1,200 users (in November 2025) who installed extension via [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrome_Web_Store Chrome Web Store (CWS)]. | ||
[https://github.com/ | |||
The extension was inspired by [[FranchuFranchu]]'s [https://github.com/FranchuFranchu/emc-dynmap-colors emc-dynmap-colors] web extension. The first versions of the add-on were limited to coloring (combining) towns into their respective [[alliance]]s. Over time, the project expanded into a full-scale extension that introduced user utilities and numerous tweaks. | |||
In early 2026, the extension has seen two distinct and feature-rich forks made by [https://github.com/EarthMC-Toolkit/earthmc-dynmap Owen3H] and [https://github.com/JasonSolace/earthmc-dynmap-cross-browser Solasaur], with the latter gaining significant popularity (~1,500 CWS users in peak) in the first half of 2026. In July 2026, [https://modrinth.com/mod/emcmap-addon a Minecraft mod] inspired by EarthMC Dynmap+ was "vibe-coded" by JR1258 which also went viral upon its introduction. | |||
[[File:EarthMC Dynmap+ extension logo.png|thumb|Logo]] | [[File:EarthMC Dynmap+ extension logo.png|thumb|Logo]] | ||
[[File:EarthMC Dynmap+ extension screenshot.png|thumb|Screenshot]] | [[File:EarthMC Dynmap+ extension screenshot.png|thumb|Screenshot]] | ||
== Additions == | == Additions == | ||
=== Map modes === | === Map modes === | ||
The entire project originated from bringing users the ability to switch between three map modes: "meganations," "alliances," or "default." The live alliance registry used by the extension is maintained by the team at [[EarthMC Stats|EMC Toolkit]]. You can contribute to the registry or request a change [https://discord.gg/AVtgkcRgFs in this Discord server]. | |||
=== Archive mode === | === Archive mode === | ||
It is a revolutionary tool that makes it significantly easier to browse through thousands of archived days of towns and nations since 2016, the very beginning of EarthMC. Prior to its introduction, users had to browse through the Wayback Machine archive index, only to be limited by page errors. Statistics about towns are preserved by the aforementioned digital archive; map tile imagery is not preserved, and the archiving is done independently by players or automated scripts. | |||
=== Locators === | |||
Users have the ability to locate towns and nations by name, as well as find which towns specific players live in. The archive mode also has this capability. | |||
=== | |||
=== Map layers === | === Map layers === | ||
The EarthMC map had a built-in country borders layer a long time ago. EarthMC Dynmap+ reintroduces both country and province layers in much greater detail. | |||
=== Aesthetics === | |||
=== | Default town stroking and map brightness make the user experience far beyond unbearable. The extension fixes both problems and adds a dark mode, making it more comfortable to explore the map at night. Standard town descriptions don't look good or descriptive enough; EarthMC Dynmap+ aims to change that. | ||
=== Player lookup === | === Player lookup === | ||
Player nameplates and usernames in town descriptions are interactive, opening a quick and basic look-up about the player. | |||
=== Quality of Life === | |||
A button to share current location on the map behaves in more convenient way, copying the link to clipboard. Unlike on the standard map, users can zoom out to view the entire world at once. | |||
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== Gallery == | == Gallery == | ||
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EarthMC DynmapColor logo.png|Old logo | EarthMC DynmapColor logo.png|Old logo | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
== External links == | |||
* [https://github.com/3meraldK/earthmc-dynmap GitHub repository] | |||
* [https://3meraldk.github.io/earthmc-dynmap Landing page] | |||
* [https://github.com/3meraldK/earthmc-dynmap/releases Release history] | |||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
Latest revision as of 05:01, 7 September 2026
EarthMC Dynmap+ is an open-source, all-browser extension created by 3meraldK in February 2022 which enhances the user experience on EarthMC's map website by adding a wide range of features and modifying aesthetics. The add-on gained great renown in following years, counting ~44,000 total downloads on GitHub repository (as of September 2026) and peak of ~1,200 users (in November 2025) who installed extension via Chrome Web Store (CWS).
The extension was inspired by FranchuFranchu's emc-dynmap-colors web extension. The first versions of the add-on were limited to coloring (combining) towns into their respective alliances. Over time, the project expanded into a full-scale extension that introduced user utilities and numerous tweaks.
In early 2026, the extension has seen two distinct and feature-rich forks made by Owen3H and Solasaur, with the latter gaining significant popularity (~1,500 CWS users in peak) in the first half of 2026. In July 2026, a Minecraft mod inspired by EarthMC Dynmap+ was "vibe-coded" by JR1258 which also went viral upon its introduction.
Additions
Map modes
The entire project originated from bringing users the ability to switch between three map modes: "meganations," "alliances," or "default." The live alliance registry used by the extension is maintained by the team at EMC Toolkit. You can contribute to the registry or request a change in this Discord server.
Archive mode
It is a revolutionary tool that makes it significantly easier to browse through thousands of archived days of towns and nations since 2016, the very beginning of EarthMC. Prior to its introduction, users had to browse through the Wayback Machine archive index, only to be limited by page errors. Statistics about towns are preserved by the aforementioned digital archive; map tile imagery is not preserved, and the archiving is done independently by players or automated scripts.
Locators
Users have the ability to locate towns and nations by name, as well as find which towns specific players live in. The archive mode also has this capability.
Map layers
The EarthMC map had a built-in country borders layer a long time ago. EarthMC Dynmap+ reintroduces both country and province layers in much greater detail.
Aesthetics
Default town stroking and map brightness make the user experience far beyond unbearable. The extension fixes both problems and adds a dark mode, making it more comfortable to explore the map at night. Standard town descriptions don't look good or descriptive enough; EarthMC Dynmap+ aims to change that.
Player lookup
Player nameplates and usernames in town descriptions are interactive, opening a quick and basic look-up about the player.
Quality of Life
A button to share current location on the map behaves in more convenient way, copying the link to clipboard. Unlike on the standard map, users can zoom out to view the entire world at once.
Gallery
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Old logo
