Pixel art illustration of an empty beige paper map with a faint grid
Minecraft Java Item ID

Map ID

Map is an item that displays the surrounding terrain. It is crafted from 8 paper and a compass and can be scaled up to show larger areas.

✓ Verified for Java Edition 26.2
Namespaced item ID minecraft:map

Map Item Facts

CategoryMiscellaneous
Maximum stack64
Available inSurvival and Creative
Historical numerical ID395

Historical numerical ID: Reviewed for Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier.

Give Command for Map

Copy the current Java Edition command, or open the generator to change the player and quantity.

/give @p minecraft:map 1

Customize this command → View crafting recipe →

Historical command for Java 1.12.2 and earlier

Modern namespaced IDs are recommended. This numerical form is only for old Java releases.

/give @p 395 1

Give command syntax by version

Java 1.13+
/give @p minecraft:map 1
Namespaced ID (current format)
Java 1.8–1.12.2
/give @p 395 1 0
Numerical ID + data value

Rows appear only when the underlying value is verified: the Java 1.8–1.12.2 row requires a reviewed historical numerical ID, and the Bedrock row appears only when this exact namespaced ID exists in the Bedrock registry.

How to Get Map

Crafting Recipe

PaperPaperPaper
PaperCompassPaper
PaperPaperPaper

Crafting table recipe — makes 1 × Map.

More Ways to Get It

Craft a Map from paper and a Compass, then use it to begin mapping the surrounding terrain. Maps can be expanded or managed with a Cartography Table.

  1. Craft or obtain paper and a Compass.
  2. Create the Map at a Crafting Table.
  3. Use the Map in the area you want to record, then expand or copy it when needed.

Prefer commands? Jump back to the give command matrix above to get Map instantly.

Map Command Examples

  • Give 1 to nearest player: /give @p minecraft:map 1
  • Give 1 to yourself: /give @s minecraft:map 1
  • Give to a specific player: /give PlayerName minecraft:map 1
  • Clear from inventory: /clear @p minecraft:map

What Is Map Used For?

Compass

A compass is used to craft the standard map.

Paper

Paper is the primary material used to craft and expand maps.

Oak Boat

Use maps alongside a travel option while exploring water routes.

Map FAQ

What is the item ID for Map?

The item ID for Map is minecraft:map. Java Edition commands such as /give, /clear, and /setblock use this namespaced ID.

What is the numerical ID for Map?

Map has the historical numerical ID 395, used in Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier. Current versions use minecraft:map instead.

How do I give myself Map in Minecraft?

Open the chat window and run /give @p minecraft:map 1 to give the nearest player one Map. Replace @p with a player name to target someone else.

How many Map can stack in one slot?

Map stacks up to 64 per inventory slot.

How do you craft Map?

Map is crafted on a crafting table with 8 papers and 1 compass, which yields 1 Map.

Sources and Data Review

Item facts were reviewed for Java Edition 26.2 on .

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