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# MapSpan

An object used in a map or place component for defining the visible area of the map.

```
object MapSpan
```

## Discussion

Use the `MapSpan` object to define the visible bounds of a map using deltas from a defined center coordinate.

This object can be used in [`Map`](/documentation/AppleNewsFormat/Map) and [`Place`](/documentation/AppleNewsFormat/Place).

### Example

```json
{
  "components": [
    {
      "role": "map",
      "caption": "Apple Headquarters",
      "latitude": 37.3315294,
      "longitude": -122.0183063,
      "mapSpan": {
        "latitudeDelta": 0.1,
        "longitudeDelta": 0.1
      }
    }
  ]
}
```

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