Top Descriptors distance snapped Uses osu's in-built distance snap feature for most/all of the map. , precision Colloquial term for maps which require fine, precise movement to aim correctly. Typically refers to maps with circle sizes above and including 6. , improvisation Uses patterns that do not correspond to sounds in the music, often using hitsounds to add sounds in. , symmetrical Employs symmetry within the map design, often mirroring elements along the horizontal centreline. , difficulty spike Contains a sudden and significant increase in challenge within the map's gameplay. , grid snap Objects are placed along a square grid, typically using osu!'s in-built grid snap feature. , simple Accessible and straightforward map design. , taikosu A map intended to produce an osu!taiko map when automatically converted via hitsounds.