Editing Map Bin Files for Zomboid

As a survivor of the zombie apocalypse, mapping out your surroundings is crucial to staying safe and finding supplies. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of editing map bin files in Zomboid using the new in-game mapping system.

The first step is to generate building, tree, and water features for your cell. To do this, open WorldEd and select all cells. Then, go to the 'ingamemap' option at the top of the screen and select 'generate building features,' followed by 'generate water features,' and finally 'generate tree features.' This process can be sped up using the copy and paste buttons on the right side of the screen.

Once you've generated your cell's features, it's time to add roads. In WorldEd, draw a poly over your road using the new tools, such as the rectangle tool. Then, in the 'ingamemap' tab on the left side of the window, click on your newly created poly and click the 'add' button to open a key/value window. Type 'highway' in the key field and select either 'primary,' 'secondary,' 'tertiary,' or 'trail' from the value dropdown menu.

If you're making changes to buildings already placed on your map, don't forget to generate lots again in WorldEd. This will ensure that your changes are reflected correctly in the game.

In BuildingEd, there's a new 'Legend' feature that helps color buildings correctly when displayed on the new in-game mapping system. To use this feature, select each building from your list and click on the Legend dropdown menu to choose the most appropriate option for coloring.

Before starting any editing process, make sure you're using the latest versions of TileZed and WorldEd, which can be found 'here'(link to download). With these tools, you'll be able to create detailed maps of your Zomboid world in no time.

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