How to use Map Overlays

Our web-portal supports Map Overlays, allowing you to stack distinct layers of data on top of your standard map view. You can now search for available overlays and apply multiple layers simultaneously to get a complete picture of your location.

This guide will help you find, add and configure the visibility of your Map Overlays.

Configuring Map Overlays:

1. Navigate to any occurrence of a Map on the web-portal (Dashboard, Map-only, Activity page).
2. Click on the Map Settings button.
3. Locate the Active Overlays section within the settings menu.

Adding an Overlay:

You are not limited to a single view; you can select as many overlays as you need to build a comprehensive map.

1. Use the search bar within the Overlays section to find specific data layers (e.g., "Topology," "Traffic," "Weather Patterns").
2. Click the "Add" button next to the overlay name to apply it to your map immediately.

Adjusting Visibility (Layer Opacity):
Because you can apply multiple overlays at once, some layers might obscure others. We have added a configurable opacity slider for every applied overlay, giving you full control over transparency and layer visibility.

• Locate the Active Layer: Once an overlay is added, it will appear in your "Active Overlays" list in the settings panel.
• Use the Slider: Drag the slider next to the overlay name:
  • Slide Left (0%): Makes the overlay more transparent (invisible).
  • Slide Right (100%): Makes the overlay fully opaque (solid).
• Layering: Adjusting the opacity allows you to see the base map or other data layers underneath the top overlay, making it easier to cross-reference data points.

Removing an Overlay:
If you wish to remove an active Overlay:

1. Return to the Map Settings > Overlays section.
2. Click the "X" icon next to the active layer to remove it.