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How to Find Missing 3D Maps or 3D Tours in Excel 365

Maira Mehtab Sep 20, 2026 869 views

Question details

The user is unable to locate the 3D Maps or 3D Tours feature in Excel 365 on Windows, despite having the Power Map COM add-in activated.

Product: Microsoft Excel 365
Device & OS: Windows
Scenario: Attempting to launch the 3D Maps (formerly Power Map) feature for data visualization.
Observed behavior: The 3D Map section is missing from its expected location on the ribbon, and troubleshooting steps like Safe Mode and reinstalling have not resolved the issue.

Before you start

Ensure that your data is formatted as an Excel Table and that the Microsoft Power Map for Excel COM Add-in is successfully checked in your Excel Options.

Solution 1Recommended

Launch 3D Maps via the Data Model Menu

The 3D Maps feature may have been relocated under the Data Model tools rather than appearing directly on the Insert tab in your current Excel version.

In some updates of Microsoft 365, the layout of the ribbon changes, placing advanced data visualization tools inside broader data management sections.

Open the Data Tab

Navigate to the 'Data' tab located on the main Excel ribbon.

Access the Data Model

Look for the 'Data Model' group or dropdown menu within the Data tools.

Launch the 3D Maps Tour

Click on '3D Map' from the available options, then select 'Launch 3D Maps tour' to begin your visualization.

Quick Access: Once found, you can right-click the 3D Map icon and select 'Add to Quick Access Toolbar' so you do not have to search for it next time.

Solution 2

Verify Excel License and Subscription

3D Maps is a premium feature. If it remains hidden, your specific Office 365 license might not include it or it may have been disabled by your IT administrator.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the Power Map add-in active but not showing in the Excel Insert tab?

Microsoft frequently updates the Office UI. The 3D Map feature might be grouped under 'Data > Data Model' instead of the 'Insert' tab, or your current Microsoft 365 license might restrict the display of this premium feature.

Is 3D Maps available in all versions of Microsoft Excel?

No, 3D Maps (formerly Power Map) is primarily available for Microsoft 365 subscription users and Excel 2016 or later standalone versions. Basic or Home licenses may not include it.

How do I manually enable the Power Map COM Add-in if it gets disabled?

Go to File > Options > Add-Ins. In the Manage drop-down at the bottom, select 'COM Add-ins' and click Go. Check the box for 'Microsoft Power Map for Excel' and click OK.

Can opening Excel in Safe Mode help restore missing features?

Opening Excel in Safe Mode disables third-party add-ins. While helpful for troubleshooting crashes, it generally will not restore built-in features that are hidden due to UI updates or license restrictions.

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