Do you ever feel like you're playing Civilization VI on your iPad, making decisions about where to place a city or what tile to work, but you're just guessing what each tile will give you? You're not alone! Many players, especially those new to the game or making the switch from PC, find the iPad interface a little less intuitive for displaying crucial information like "yields."
Yields – the food, production, gold, science, and culture that each tile provides – are the lifeblood of your empire in Civ 6. Knowing these at a glance is essential for making informed decisions, whether you're trying to grow your city, churn out units, or boost your research. Without them, you're essentially playing with a blindfold on!
But fear not, fellow strategists! Displaying yields on your Civ 6 iPad game is not only possible but also quite easy once you know where to look. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the process step-by-step, ensuring you can optimize your empire like a true master.
How to Show Yields in Civilization VI on Your iPad
Let's dive into the settings and unlock the power of information!
Step 1: Open the Game Menu (The Pause Button is Your Friend!)
First things first, you need to be in an active game to access the settings that control yield display.
- Engage with your game: Are you currently in a turn, or have you just finished one? Either way, you'll need to tap the menu icon (often depicted as a gear or three horizontal lines) typically located in the top-right or top-left corner of your screen. This is your gateway to the game's options and settings.
Step 2: Navigate to Options
Once you've tapped the menu icon, a panel will slide out (or a pop-up will appear) with several options.
- Find "Options": Look for the word "Options" in this menu. It's usually a pretty prominent button. Tap it to proceed.
Step 3: Access the Interface Settings
The "Options" menu is where you'll find a variety of customization choices for your game. We're interested in how the game looks and how you interact with it, so we'll head to the interface section.
- Locate "Interface": Within the "Options" menu, you'll see several tabs or categories. Find the one labeled "Interface" and tap on it. This section is dedicated to UI (User Interface) elements and how information is displayed.
Step 4: Toggle "Show Yield Icons" (The Key to Unlocking Tile Information!)
This is the crucial step! Within the "Interface" settings, you'll find the option to control yield visibility.
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Find "Show Yield Icons": Scroll down (if necessary) in the "Interface" settings until you see an option that says "Show Yield Icons" or "Show Yields in HUD Ribbon." There might be a toggle switch next to it.
- Sometimes this option might be subtly named, so keep an eye out for anything related to "yields" or "icons" on the map.
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Tap the Toggle: Tap the toggle switch next to "Show Yield Icons" to turn it ON. It will usually change color or show a checkmark to indicate it's active.
- Sub-heading: Understanding the "Always Show" vs. "On Mouse Over" (or similar) Options
- On the iPad, you might not have the same "mouse over" functionality as on PC. However, some versions or updates might offer similar options. If you see choices like "Always Show" or "Delay Show," "Always Show" is generally what you want for constant visibility. "Delay Show" might only display yields when you've held your finger on a tile for a moment. For maximum clarity, always choose "Always Show" if it's available.
- Sub-heading: Understanding the "Always Show" vs. "On Mouse Over" (or similar) Options
Step 5: Confirm Your Changes and Return to the Game
You're almost there! Once you've made your selection, you need to save it.
- Tap "Confirm" or "Apply": Look for a "Confirm," "Apply," or "Done" button, usually at the bottom of the settings screen. Tap it to save your changes and exit the options menu.
- Return to the Game: You'll be taken back to your game, and voilà! You should now see little icons on each tile representing its yields:
- Food (green wheat icon): Essential for population growth.
- Production (red gear icon): Used for building units, districts, and wonders.
- Gold (yellow coin icon): For purchasing units, buildings, and influencing city-states.
- Science (blue beaker icon): For advancing through the technology tree.
- Culture (purple mask icon): For progressing through the civics tree.
Pro Tip: These icons are incredibly helpful for deciding where to settle new cities, what tiles to improve with builders, and which tiles your citizens should work to maximize your empire's output!
10 Related FAQ Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about Civ 6 yields and map display on iPad, with quick answers:
How to zoom in and out on the map to see yields better?
You can pinch in and out on the iPad screen with two fingers to zoom in and out, allowing you to see the yield icons more clearly.
How to understand what the different yield icons mean?
As described above, green wheat is Food, red gear is Production, yellow coin is Gold, blue beaker is Science, and purple mask is Culture.
How to see detailed information about a specific tile, including its yields?
Tap and hold on a tile, or simply tap it, and a tooltip should appear showing its yields, appeal, and any features or resources on it.
How to turn off yield icons if I find them too cluttered?
Follow the same steps: Menu -> Options -> Interface -> toggle "Show Yield Icons" OFF.
How to see resource icons on the map in addition to yields?
In the same "Interface" or "Map Options" menu, look for an option to "Show Resource Icons" and toggle it on.
How to adjust the game speed or animation speed on iPad?
Go to Menu -> Options -> Game Options (or Gameplay) and look for "Quick Combat" and "Quick Movement" to speed up animations.
How to see the overall yields of my civilization in the HUD ribbon?
This is often part of the "Show Yields in HUD Ribbon" option found in the "Interface" settings, which displays your current per-turn yields at the top of the screen.
How to see the appeal of tiles on the map?
There's a specific "lens" for Appeal. Look for the "Lenses" button (often an eye icon near the minimap) and select the "Appeal" lens.
How to quickly switch between different map views or lenses?
On the iPad, there's usually a small icon (often an eye or a magnifying glass) near the minimap. Tapping this will bring up a menu of different map lenses, like "Yields," "Appeal," "Religion," etc.
How to tell if a tile has a hidden resource that will appear later?
Hidden resources often have a question mark icon. Once you research the necessary technology or civic, they will reveal their specific resource icon and yields.