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Oruxmaps Online Map Sources.xml ((better)) May 2026

onlinemapsources.xml file is the configuration backbone for , allowing the app to stream and cache map tiles from external servers. While the app comes with a default list, users can add custom sources—such as OpenStreetMap variants, Google Maps, or regional government WMTS feeds—by editing or creating this XML file. 1. File Location & Best Practice Standard Path oruxmaps/mapfiles/onlinemapsources.xml Best Practice

Move the File:

Copy the downloaded onlinemapsources.xml into the /oruxmaps/mapfiles/customonlinemaps/ directory on your device. Oruxmaps Online Map Sources.xml

  • OpenStreetMap-based tiles (OpenTopoMap, CyclOSM): Free for unlimited use with proper attribution.
  • Google, Bing, Mapbox: Free for non-commercial, low-volume use. Heavy usage (over 5,000 tiles/day) violates terms.
  • Government sources (USGS, IGN, Ordnance Survey): Usually free for public use, but check for specific license restrictions.

Maps

Save your onlinemapsources.xml file in oruxmaps/mapfiles/customonlinemaps/ . Refresh the map list in OruxMaps under > Switch Map . onlinemapsources