Map editing
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Map editing is the altering of a map from outside Minecraft gameplay. This includes changing of the server_level.dat file to create a map that is not randomly generated by the server and making maps with the .mclevel format for use in indev. This is useful for maps with themes.
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[edit] Making a map editor
To make a map editor for multiplayer you can use these java classes. Once you have included that in your program you must understand how to edit a file's hex data. You then recompile using the classes.
[edit] Types of editing
Many third-party editors are available for download, ranging from full-blown editors to programs which can merely change certain aspects of a map.
[edit] Full editing
There are editors that allow you to completely control the map. This includes things such as dimensions, spawn point, and every single block in the map. A well-known editor is Omen, available here. Another editor is NBT Forge, available here.
[edit] Generators
These types of editors generate a new map based on certain inputted parameters. A good example of this is ZOMG - ZomBuster's Original Map Generator.
[edit] Block replacers
These programs find every block of a certain type and replace it with another block chosen by the user. These are useful for making themed maps.
