---
title: MapSpan
framework: applenewsformat
role: symbol
role_heading: Object
path: applenewsformat/mapspan
---

# MapSpan

An object used in a map or place component for defining the visible area of the map.

## Declaration

```data
object MapSpan
```

## Properties

latitudeDelta: A float value between 0.0 and 90.0. longitudeDelta: A float value between 0.0 and 180.0.

## Discussion

Discussion Use the MapSpan object to define the visible bounds of a map using deltas from a defined center coordinate. This object can be used in Map and Place. Example {   "components": [     {       "role": "map",       "caption": "Apple Headquarters",       "latitude": 37.3315294,       "longitude": -122.0183063,       "mapSpan": {         "latitudeDelta": 0.1,         "longitudeDelta": 0.1       }     }   ] }

## See Also

### Location

- [Map](applenewsformat/map.md)
- [MapItem](applenewsformat/mapitem.md)
- [Place](applenewsformat/place.md)