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kirbynguyen's avatar
kirbynguyen
Helper II
6 years ago

Shapemap Question

Hello,

 

Can shapemaps visualize lines such as routes/pipelines/roads? Or can it only show regions? I'm trying to show lines/roads on a map as the shape instead of regions.

Need Help

2 Replies

  • amitchandak's avatar
    amitchandak
    Super User
    6 years ago

    kirbynguyen , refer for Shape Map
    https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/visuals/desktop-shape-map
    https://dataveld.com/2016/09/12/topojson-map-files-for-power-bi-shape-map/
    https://medium.com/weareservian/power-bi-custom-maps-part-ii-shape-map-939873da3f66
    https://radacad.com/shape-map-better-than-the-filled-map
    https://doc.arcgis.com/en/maps-for-powerbi/get-started/prepare-your-data.htm

  • v-eachen-msft's avatar
    v-eachen-msft
    Community Support
    6 years ago

    Hi kirbynguyen ,

     

    According to your requirements, Route Map is more suitable.

    https://appsource.microsoft.com/en-us/product/power-bi-visuals/WA104380985?tab=Overview

     

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