Frequently Asked Questions

Below are the most common questions about Tower Defense Simulator Mapper. If you cannot find the answer you are looking for, please visit the Contact page.

Controls & Tips

A quick guide to using the mapper's editor — the same tips are available in-app via the ❓ help button next to the canvas.

Placing & editing

• Pick a tower in the left sidebar, then click on the map to place it.
• Click a placed tower to select it — its range is shown automatically.
• Press Delete or use the 🗑️ button to remove the selected tower.
• Right-click (or tap elsewhere) to cancel a placement in progress.

View controls

• Scroll the mouse wheel, or pinch with two fingers on touch, to zoom.
• Pan with arrow keys or WASD/ZQSD, or drag with one finger on touch.
• ◎ resets the map position. 🏹 💬 L toggle ranges, names and levels.
• 👥 filters which players' towers are shown in full color — this is visual only, it never changes your saved data.

Zones

• Pick a color, then click 🖌️ to start drawing a zone.
• Click on the map to add points; click the first point again (or press Enter) to close the shape.
• Right-click or Esc cancels the zone being drawn.
• Click a finished zone to select it, then Delete or 🗑️ to remove it.

Text labels

• Click 🔤, then click on the map to place a text label (20 characters max).
• Right-click or Esc cancels the text placement.
• Click a placed label to select it, then Delete or 🗑️ to remove it.

Collaboration

• Create a session to get a room code, then share it so others can join and edit the same map live.

Keyboard shortcuts

• Ctrl+Z — undo last action
• Ctrl+S — save to the JSON textarea
• Ctrl+L — load from the JSON textarea

Save, share & export

• "Share the map" copies a link that reloads your exact plan (and current player filter) for anyone who opens it.
• Save/Load JSON lets you copy your plan as text to store it yourself.
• 🖼️ downloads the full map as a PNG image at its native resolution.
• Zones and text labels are saved and shared right along with your towers.

What is Tower Defense Simulator Mapper?

Tower Defense Simulator Mapper is a free online tool that helps players plan their tower placements before playing Tower Defense Simulator on Roblox.

Is this website free?

Yes. The mapper is completely free to use and does not require any registration.

Do I need a Roblox account?

No. You can use the mapper without logging into Roblox.

Do you save my strategies?

No. Your work stays inside your browser unless you choose to save or export it using available features.

Is this an official Roblox website?

No. This is an independent fan-made project created for the Tower Defense Simulator community.

Can I use the mapper on mobile?

Yes. The website is designed to work on modern desktop and mobile browsers. However, a larger screen provides a better editing experience.

Will new maps be added?

Yes. Whenever possible, the mapper is updated to include new maps and support changes introduced in Tower Defense Simulator.

I found a bug. What should I do?

Please report bugs through our Contact page or open an issue on the project's GitHub repository.

Can I suggest new features?

Absolutely. Community feedback helps improve the mapper. Suggestions for new features, interface improvements and additional tools are always welcome.

Why are advertisements displayed?

Advertisements help cover the costs of maintaining the website and allow the tool to remain free for everyone.