How do I get a level 3 locator map?

I have tried just about everything I can think of and my maps are always 0/4 or 1/4 I need a 3/4 or 4/4 map that's larger. The only way I have gotten them is to spawn in with them and have a starting map thing I need it for an older map and I cant change the world settings like bonus chest and starting map.

How do I get a level 3 locator map?

Solution 1:

You simply need to surround an existing locator map with paper at a crafting table. Or simply, 8 paper and a locator map.

EDIT:

To make a locator map:

To zoom it out:

Solution 2:

You need to get your map to level 4 to see your X and Y location, but you can see your player indicators (little arrow looking thingies) with level 3. Also, to get more visibility on it, just walk around with it out.