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Azure map visual with filled map layer not interactive anymore after adding reference layer.
Hi Mies
Instead of using a reference layer, you can try one of the following approaches:
1. Include all cities in your dataset (even with null/0 values)
This allows the filled map layer to generate and render the boundaries on its own.2. Switch visuals
Consider using an alternative option such as a Mapbox visual, which offers more control over layers.3. Remove the reference layer
This will restore full interactivity.
However, the downside is that cities without data will no longer display boundaries.Please mark this as solved if it resolves your issue.
Hi Mies ,
Since interaction works again after removing the reference layer, the issue is that the Azure Maps visual reference layer is sitting on top and blocking click interactions with the filled map layer.
To fix this, try:
- Reordering the layers so the filled map layer is above the reference layer
- If reordering doesn’t help, keep the reference layer but understand it may prevent cross-filtering
This is a known limitation: reference layers can capture clicks, so the map shows tooltips but won’t allow selection.
If this resolves your issue, please mark it as solved so others can benefit.
Thank you for your reply. I’ve received the suggestion to reorder the layers multiple times. However, when I format the Azure Maps visual, I don’t see an option to change the layer order.
Could you clarify where exactly this setting should be available?
Hi Mies
Instead of using a reference layer, you can try one of the following approaches:
1. Include all cities in your dataset (even with null/0 values)
This allows the filled map layer to generate and render the boundaries on its own.2. Switch visuals
Consider using an alternative option such as a Mapbox visual, which offers more control over layers.3. Remove the reference layer
This will restore full interactivity.
However, the downside is that cities without data will no longer display boundaries.Please mark this as solved if it resolves your issue.
- I agree that we need to remove the reference layer to enable interactivity. Both options 1 and 2 look like solid solutions, so I’ll give them a try. Thanks for the advice!
