Creating a custom basemap can be a time-consuming process for even experienced cartographers. To help ease this process, Mapbox engineers have used Open Street Map (OSM) data to generate pre-built custom basemaps that can be used in commercial and non-commercial applications. Using Mapbox Studio, these styles can also be adjusted to add more custom touches. Also, basemaps can be built from the ground up to create a specific look for your application:
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To access Mapbox Studio, log into the Account Dashboard and click the Mapbox Studio link. In this Studio environment, you can manage basemaps, tilesets, and datasets.