# Writable Paper Map

> In-game paper map you can write on. Marks already-explored areas as you walk. Toolbar. Optionally hides your position. Protractors to triangulate your position.

Mod for [Sons of the Forest](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1326470/Sons_Of_The_Forest/) by [razorwings18](https://sotf-mods.com/profile/razorwings18). Page: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/writable-paper-map

## At a glance

- **Version:** 1.1.5 (released 2026-05-06)
- **Category:** Quality of Life
- **Game compatibility:** untested on the current patch
- **Loader:** RedLoader
- **Platform:** Client
- **Multiplayer:** not stated
- **Dependencies:** none
- **Downloads:** 584 (as of 2026-10-01)
- **Followers:** 1
- **First published:** 2026-05-04
- **Last release:** 2026-05-06

## Install

1. Install RedLoader, the Sons of the Forest mod loader (RedManager can do it for you).
2. Download the mod and put it in the `_RedLoader/Mods` folder inside the game directory.
3. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

Download 1.1.5: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/writable-paper-map/download/1.1.5
Full guide: https://sotf-mods.com/install

## Compatibility

untested on the current patch.
Details and field reports: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/writable-paper-map#compatibility

## Description

**WARNING**
 Only works with keyboard & mouse

**Description**
 In-game paper map you can write on. Marks already-explored areas as you walk. Optionally hides your position. Toolbar to select different modes. Protractors help you triangulate your position. Has a few configurable options.

**Highly Recommended Complementary Mods**
 I highly recommend you combine this mod with these other mods I made to bring back the original "The Forest" experience:
[**GPS Tracker Disabled or Compass**](https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/gps-tracker-disabled-or-compass)
[**Remove KnightVs and Golf Carts**](https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/remove-knightvs-and-golf-carts)

**Installation instructions**

- Install RedLoader if you haven't already.
- Unzip to your game's main folder (where SonsOfTheForest.exe is located) maintaining the ZIP's folder structure.
   (The .DLL will end up under the Mods folder, and the .json under the Mods/RW18\_PaperMap folder.) **Use**
-  Bring it up by pressing the "N" key.
-  Zoom: Zoom in/out using the mouse wheel or the middle mouse button.
-  Pan: Right-click and drag to pan the map.
-  Toolbar at the top: Select between pan, write, erase, protractor 1 and protractor 2 modes. Instructions for each mode are shown on the bottom-left. **Configurable Options**
-  Enable player marker (WARNING!!!: To re-enable the marker, you'll be asked to click on your current position on the map. This is so that you're not tempted to re-enable it to peek your current position if you're lost)
-  Reveal radius: How much is "revealed" as you walk.
-  Must click current position to reveal map: Click on your position on the map to mark areas recently explored. This is so that if you're lost, you can't use recently-revealed areas to hint at your position.
-  Reveal terrain while flying: Mark overflown areas as explored in the map.

## Changelog 1.1.5 (2026-05-06)

Fixed several features (write, erase, etc.) not working properly in resolutions other than the monitor's physical resolution.

All versions: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/writable-paper-map/versions

## FAQ

### Does Writable Paper Map work in multiplayer?

The author has not stated multiplayer support yet. Check the comments and the field reports of other players.

### How do I install Writable Paper Map?

Install RedLoader (RedManager can do it for you), download Writable Paper Map 1.1.5 from this page and put it in the \_RedLoader/Mods folder inside your game directory. Launch the game and press F1 to confirm it loaded.

### What does Writable Paper Map need?

Only Sons of the Forest on Steam and RedLoader. It has no other dependencies.

### Does Writable Paper Map work on the current game patch?

There are no compatibility reports yet. If you try it, add a field report.

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Source: https://sotf-mods.com/mods/razorwings18/writable-paper-map · SOTF Mods, the home of Sons of the Forest modding.