Navigation Tips
The FotoMaps interface is designed to be intuitive, and most users will catch on quickly. But if you're having trouble, no worries, here's a quick run through of the FotoMaps navigation features.
* These tips are now optionally integrated into your FotoMap with the new smart Tooltips feature!
Zooming In
Zoom Into a Region
Click any part of the map to zoom into that region.
Zoom Into a Photo
Click on any thumbnail to view photo.
Zooming Out
Zoom Out From a Photo
Click any empty spot on the map outside the photo.
Zoom Out From a Region
Click any empty spot on the map.
Viewing a Photo or Slideshow
Photo Information
Move your mouse over the plus sign in the top left corner of the photo to view photo information such as caption, photographer, and date.
Navigating a Slideshow
If the photo is part of a slideshow, use the "next" and "prev" buttons along the bottom of the photo to view the other photos in the slideshow.
Navigation Shortcuts
Jump to Neighboring Photo
When viewing a photo, click directly on a neighboring photo to view.
Drag the Map
When viewing a region you can click (and hold) and drag the map around to move to other regions.
Menu Bar
Open the Menu
Click on "about" for info, "help" for navigation tips, "contact" to send a message to the owner.
Close the Menu
Click the X on the top right corner of the menu item to close.
