Hiding a layer

You can hide a map layer while you are designing a map chart visualization in Spotfire Business Author. This is a useful technique for design. Users viewing the map can hide a map layer from the Layers drop-down.

Perform this task in Edit mode for a map chart visualization displayed in Spotfire Business Author.

Procedure

  1. Right-click the map chart visualization, and from the menu, click Properties.
    The Properties popover is displayed, with the Map chart popover showing the current layers, in their layer order, top to bottom.
  2. Place the cursor on the map layer to hide.
    Two icons are displayed to the right of the name: an eye ( eye icon) and an X.
  3. Click the eye icon to hide the layer.
    The layer is hidden and the layer beneath it is visible.
    Note: To restore the layer, click the eye icon again.

Example

This animation demonstrates hiding a layer.


Animation showing hiding a layer