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How to remove roads from a map
How do I remove roads from a PBI Map? I'm mapping zip code data.
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- hackcrrMemorable Member
Hi Del235 ,
Remove roads from Power BI map visuals (base and filled maps) You can customize the look of your map by changing the map style. This is useful when you want to reduce the level of detail, such as roads, to focus on data, such as ZIP code areas.
Go to the Visualization pane on the right and look for the Map Settings or Map Style section. Select a Grayscale or Light map style. These styles typically place less emphasis on roads and more emphasis on data areas such as ZIP codes. Adjust the zoom level in the same settings to control the visible range of the map. Higher zoom levels naturally reduce the visibility of roads.
ArcGIS Maps Select a basemap style with minimal detail (such as Light Gray Canvas or No Basemap). These options can reduce or completely remove roads from your map.
Power BI's default map and filled map visuals are powered by Bing Maps. While you can adjust the style to minimize roads, it's not always possible to completely remove them using these visuals. If you need full control over the appearance of your map (such as hiding specific elements such as roads), you may want to explore third-party visuals such as ArcGIS Maps for more advanced map customization options.If I have answered your question, please mark my reply as solution and kudos to this post, thank you!
- Denise_Chen_MSFMicrosoft Employee
Hi Del235
We’re currently working on this feature. Would you mind sending me an email so I can verify your specific needs with you?