> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.multiset.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.multiset.ai/fundamentals/mapset-multiple-maps/merging-maps-manually.md).

# Merging Maps Manually

Align two maps by hand using visual geometry hints, for scans that lack the overlap needed for automatic alignment.

Use this option when your maps do not have sufficient overlap for auto alignment and you are unable to visit the actual location to perform mobile-based merging.

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Manual alignment lets you select two maps and merge them using visual geometry hints, think of it like assembling Lego pieces using individual 3D scans. You visually position and orient each map relative to the other based on recognizable spatial features in the 3D point clouds.


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