# How to use static maps
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These how-to topics offer step-by-step guidance for customizing static maps with overlays and visual elements, utilizing the mapping capabilities of Amazon Location Service. Each guide walks you through key tasks, such as adjusting map dimensions, choosing between zoom or radius, and adding various geo-spatial elements like markers, polygons, lines, and proximity circles. These guides use both compact and GeoJSON formats to ensure flexibility in styling and configuration.

Whether you're optimizing maps for customer-facing applications or performing geospatial analysis, these topics provide clear instructions on tailoring your static maps to fit specific requirements. By following the detailed examples, you’ll learn how to enhance map presentations and efficiently manage geographical data for a variety of business needs.

**Topics**
+ [How to get a static map of a specific position](get-static-map-specific-position.md)
+ [How to get a static map of a specific dimension](get-static-map-specific-dimension.md)
+ [How to decide between radius and zoom for a static map](choose-radius-vs-zoom.md)
+ [How to add scale for a static map](add-scale-static-map.md)
+ [How to add a marker to a static map](add-marker-static-map.md)
+ [How to add a line to a static map](how-to-add-line-static.md)
+ [How to add a route to a static map](how-to-add-route.md)
+ [How to add a polygon to a static map](how-to-add-polygon-static.md)
+ [How to set language for static maps](set-language-static-map.md)
+ [How to add a proximity circle to a static map](how-to-add-proximity-circle.md)