Show Bubble Size Values on Bubbles in Azure Maps Visual

[sarenikunta]

Description:

Currently, in the Azure Maps visual in Power BI, we can configure bubble size based on a numeric field (for example, sales, population, or volume). However, the actual value that determines the bubble size is not visible on the bubble itself — users must hover over the point to see the number in a tooltip.

This makes it difficult to interpret values quickly or compare across regions when presenting reports or exporting visuals.

Proposed Enhancement:

Add an option in the Format pane → Bubble layer to display the bubble size value as a label directly on the bubble (similar to data labels in other chart types).

Suggested options:

• Toggle: “Show bubble value label” (On/Off)
• Customization: font color, size, and placement (center, above, or below the bubble)
• Conditional formatting for label color based on background contrast

Benefits:

✅ Improves readability and presentation — users can see exact values without hovering.
✅ Saves time for executives or dashboard viewers during presentations.
✅ Aligns behavior with other visuals (bar, column, pie) that already support visible data labels.
✅ Enhances accessibility for static exports (PDF, PPT, image snapshots).

Example Use Case:

In a Sales by Region map, bubble size represents revenue.
Currently, we can only compare sizes visually or hover to see exact figures.
If numeric labels were shown on the bubbles, stakeholders could instantly read regional revenue without extra interaction.

Category:

Data Visualization / Azure Maps Visual

[Mukta]

This feature is really needed as in most of the cases we have to show the number along with the bubble size.

[Asifjahan]

💬 That’s a fantastic suggestion! Displaying bubble size values directly on the Azure Maps visual would greatly enhance clarity and usability, especially during live presentations and dashboard reviews. It’s often inconvenient to rely on hover tooltips for quick insights, so having visible value labels would make comparisons much easier. This feature would definitely make Azure Maps visuals more powerful and presentation-ready!