Last Updated: May 22, 2026
You can add territory names to a map legend using mapping software by applying thematic mapping with a list of values to your territory layer.
Displaying territory names in your legend makes it easier to interpret your map and clearly distinguish between territories using unique colors and labels.
If you have not yet created territories, you should do that first before adding them to the legend.
To try this workflow yourself, download a free mapping software trial of Maptitude Desktop or use your existing license.
Table of Contents
1. Add Territory Names to a Map Legend
2. Tips for Improving Your Map Legend
3. Conclusion
Follow these steps to add your territory names to the legen
- Begin with a map that has territories already created.
- Make the Territory layer the working layer.
- Open the Territory Manager, click the gear icon, and choose Territory Settings.
- Go to the Map tab, then open the Styles dropdown and select None. Click OK.
- Go to Map > Thematic Mapping > Color….
- In the Field dropdown, choose Territory and make sure the method is set to List of Values.
- Click the Styles tab and browse color sets using the previous and next buttons. Click Apply to preview.
- Click Style, set the Fill opacity to 45, and click OK.
- Click Copy Pattern to apply the opacity to all territories.
- Click Apply to preview or OK to finalize.
Once these steps are complete, the territory names will automatically appear in the map legend.
Tips for Improving Your Map Legend
- Use distinct colors to clearly differentiate territories.
- Adjust opacity to allow underlying layers to remain visible.
- Ensure territory names are clear and consistently formatted.
Conclusion
Adding territory names to your map legend improves clarity and makes your maps easier to understand. By applying thematic mapping and adjusting styles, you can quickly create a clean and professional-looking legend.
For more mapping techniques and tutorials, explore additional resources in the learning portal.