Copy maps in Studio, allowing an existing map to be used as a template for a new visualization.

You may only copy your own maps or [maps shared with you via Team Sharing](https://docs.foursquare.com/analytics-products/docs/accounts-teams#share-a-map).

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> Datasets used in the map will not be copied, and the original dataset will be referenced. Any changes made to the original dataset will impact the copied map.

# Copy User Map   [Skip link to Copy User Map](https://docs.foursquare.com/analytics-products/docs/maps-copy#copy-user-map)

To copy your own map, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to the **Maps** tab in the dashboard.
2. Select any number of maps to copy, then click the **Copy** button.

# Copy a Shared Map   [Skip link to Copy a Shared Map](https://docs.foursquare.com/analytics-products/docs/maps-copy#copy-a-shared-map)

Follow these steps to copy a shared map in Studio:

1. On a map [retrieved via Team Sharing](https://docs.foursquare.com/analytics-products/docs/accounts-teams#share-a-map), click the **Make a Copy** button.

2. A window appears asking to confirm the copy. Click **Copy** to continue.

3. Upon confirmation, a window appears with a link to the copied map.

Click the tile to begin editing the copied map, or click **Done** to remain on your current map.

The copied map will now appear in the **Maps** tab.