⚠️ Minimap Navigation is currently available in all versions of Instagantt
Managing very large Gantt chart projects can be challenging: scrolling, zooming, and finding specific sections of your timeline takes time. Instagantt’s Minimap Navigation feature solves this by letting you see a miniaturized overview of your timeline, so you always know where you are — and can jump to any section instantly.
🧭 Table of Contents
What Is the Minimap Navigation Feature?
How to Use the Minimap Navigation
Why the Minimap Helps for Large Projects
Summary
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🗺️ What Is the Minimap Navigation Feature?
The Minimap Navigation feature in Instagantt gives you a compact visual preview of your entire project timeline — displayed in a small window at the bottom-right of the screen. Instead of endlessly scrolling through your Gantt chart, you can use the minimap to quickly jump to different parts of your project, navigate between sections, and maintain full context of your schedule and dependencies.
⚙️ How to Use the Minimap Navigation
In the top toolbar of your Instagantt project, click the Minimap icon.
A small minimap window will appear in the bottom-right corner of your screen, showing a scaled-down view of your Gantt chart.
Click or drag inside this minimap window to move your main view to the corresponding section of the timeline.
You can hide or show the minimap as needed — helping you balance screen space and navigation efficiency.
This GIF shows how to enable the Minimap in Instagantt and use it to quickly navigate across large Gantt chart timelines.
💡 Why the Minimap Helps for Large Projects
⚡️ Faster navigation
Jump to any point in your project timeline without endless horizontal scrolling.
📰 Better context
Instantly see the structure of your entire Gantt chart, including tasks, sections, and dependencies.
📈 Improved productivity
Move through different project phases quickly, reducing time spent searching for tasks or milestones.
🔗 Scalability
Especially useful for long-term or complex projects where the timeline spans many months or even years.
📌 Summary
The Minimap Navigation feature in Instagantt is a powerful tool for navigating large, complex Gantt chart projects. It gives you a constant, zoomed-out preview of your timeline — helping you stay oriented, move efficiently through your schedule, and maintain control over your project structure.
🚀 Try the Minimap Navigation Today
Enable the Minimap Navigation to make your Gantt chart navigation faster and more intuitive. Perfect for large projects where timeline visibility and quick access matter most. 👉 Use this feature in Instagantt to improve your project management experience.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is Minimap Navigation available in both Instagantt Standalone and Instagantt for Asana?
Yes — the Minimap Navigation feature is available for both versions of Instagantt.
Will using the minimap affect my actual project data?
No — the minimap is purely a navigation tool. It doesn’t change task dates, durations, or dependencies.
Can I hide the minimap when I don’t need it?
Yes — you can easily toggle the minimap on or off from the Minimap icon in the top toolbar.
