Azure Maps Reference Layer interaction with data coordinates forced to average coordinates

[ALP_Gallagher]

In the second part of the video, I demonstrate the limitation of having latitude and longitude data interacting with a reference layer, where we're currently forced to average these locations. I would like to know if the November update will introduce the 'Don't Summarize' feature for latitude and longitude, so we can display all locations with a shapefile superimposed as a layer.

please use link of embedded video is not accessible

https://youtu.be/nOahqK8AK2Y?si=ax5RJBpS6-f143nk 

[Denise_Chen_MSF]

Hi ALP, 

Currently, the Azure Maps visual does not support the coexistence of a data-bound reference layer with other data layers. From your demo, I can see that you've successfully bound your shapefile with additional columns, and it’s working as expected. However, due to current limitations, it’s not feasibile to overlay this with other data layers by lat/long as of today. 

This is a scenario we're actively considering for future support. That said, the implementation is complex, and we don’t yet have a confirmed timeline for when this capability will be available.

Denise

[Anonymous]

Hi, @ALP_Gallagher 

At the moment, we don't have a way to see the video you provided, so you can consider using screenshots to illustrate:

But I make the following recommendations based on your description:

1.I may need to clarify that, as you understand, this is a result of the design of Azure Maps.

When entering both Location along with Longitude and Latitude, you should change the aggregation method for Longitude and Latitude to Average.

If you are only using Longitude and Latitude or Location, you will need to disable the aggregation method.

2.If you would like to see the latest updates for Power BI, please follow the link below:

Previous monthly updates to Power BI Desktop and the Power BI service - Power BI | Microsoft Learn

 What's new in the latest Power BI update - Power BI | Microsoft Learn

3.If you feel that performance needs to be improved, you can also submit an idea on

https://ideas.fabric.microsoft.com/ and wait for users with the same needs as you to vote for you and help you realize the idea as soon as possible. Many features of our current products are designed and upgraded bed on customers’ feedback.  With requirements like this increase, the problem may well be released in the future.

Best Regards,

Leroy Lu

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[ALP_Gallagher]

please see my edited post - i provide a link to the video

my post is about not wanting to change method for Longitude and Latitude to Average - this is not what i want 

[Anonymous]

Hi,@ALP_Gallagher 
Thank you for your prompt response.

I regret to inform you that, in accordance with our security protocols, I am still unable to view the video you provided:

Furthermore, if you wish to prevent the aggregation of latitude and longitude, you simply need to leave the location field empty in the visualisation settings:

Of course, if you have any new ideas, you are welcome to contact us.
 

Best Regards,

Leroy Lu

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[ALP_Gallagher]

Hi there, 

So currently we can't visualize a report with Reference layer and locations (lat longs). Averaging them is not helpful at all! Will the next update account for this limitation?

Here is a GIF of my video:

https://s3.ezgif.com/tmp/ezgif-3-da2d92c556.gif 

[Anonymous]

Hi, @ALP_Gallagher 

Thank you for your swift response.

I appreciate the effort you’ve made to communicate this request to me. However, I regret to inform you that I am still unable to view the GIF you provided.

If you would like the product team to be aware of your request and improve this situation, I recommend submitting your thoughts through the designated websiteHome (microsoft.com). The engineers will select updates based on the demand for features.

You might also consider accepting my response as a solution, as this will enable other members with similar ideas to find the post more easily and vote for your suggestion.

Additionally, you can contact the author directly in the comments section of the post：

Azure Maps Power BI Visual (microsoft.com)

Of course, if you have any new ideas, you are welcome to contact us.
 

Best Regards,

Leroy Lu

If this post helps, then please consider Accept it as the solution to help the other members find it more quickly.

[ALP_Gallagher]

Hi Leroy, 

thanks for your message - i've submitted an idea on ideas.fabric as well as contact the product owner

Hopefully we come to a solution 

[Anonymous]

Hi, @ALP_Gallagher 

Thank you for your prompt reply.

I greatly appreciate your efforts and your willingness to share your concerns. We wish you a swift resolution to your issue, and we would be delighted if you could share your joy with us once it’s resolved.

Of course, if you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Wishing you a pleasant day!

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Best Regards,

Leroy Lu