Simplify Maps

An abstract header image showing out-of-focus colorful bokeh lights, which represent the simplified data points on a dense, interactive map. helps declutter the view for a better user experience.

Since MapHub started using Mapbox GL for it’s map engine, interactive maps with thousands of points became a possibility.

The problem with displaying so many points on an interactive map is that too much detail could easily ruin the user experience.

Today, we are announcing Simplify map, a new setting, which enables you to only show the details when it is needed.

A GIF demonstrating the 'Simplify map' feature on an interactive map of Europe with thousands of markers. It shows how markers condense into simpler dots when zoomed out and reveal full detail when zoomed in, improving readability for dense maps.

How to use it

A screenshot of the 'Simplify map' user interface setting, showing a checked checkbox for 'Simplify map' and controls for adjusting the 'zoom level' with a numerical value and plus/minus buttons.

You can simply enable Simplify map on the Info panel. After that try zooming in and raising the level using the +/- buttons as you prefer.

On lower levels markers will be displayed as dots and labels will be hidden. After zooming in, all details appear.

cover photo by Katya Austin on Unsplash