Measuring on gridless maps?

[Zetamax]

New user - still checking stuff out and finding my way around. Have been looking at the maps for encounters and trying to work things out. I usually run with gridless maps and just measure movement for example. I found the pointer tool on the map page, but when I turn the grid off, the pointer stops displaying measurements. Is there a way to change this?

[Griogre]

No there isn't. For a pointer to measure distance there has to be a FG grid on the map.

And welcome to the FG boards. Make sure you continue to ask questions about anything that confuses you.

[Zetamax]

That's disappointing. Thanks for the confirmation though.

[Nylanfs]

Without a grid FG doesn't know what scale the image is.

[Klandare]

Wonder if there is a way to make an extension that can change the transparency of the grid that FG puts on the map? Would allow for the illusion of a gridless map but still allow FG to understand the grid for distance mapping.

[Trenloe]

Wonder if there is a way to make an extension that can change the transparency of the grid that FG puts on the map?
Can't be done with an extension. The grid colour is built into the base map.

Vote for a transparent grid here: https://fg2app.idea.informer.com/proj/?ia=76187

[Klandare]

Can't be done with an extension. The grid colour is built into the base map.

Vote for a transparent grid here: https://fg2app.idea.informer.com/proj/?ia=76187

Voted up.

I like having the grid, but more options for people is always good.

[Realm Master K]

I voted as well. I've always preferred gridless maps. Much deeper immersion in my opinion.