Shapemap show places on map

[Anonymous]

Hi PBI community members,

I am using a shapemap visualisation as a choropleth map. I am interested to know if it is possible to have the place names showing on the map? Currently, to see the place a user either has to use a slicer, or hover over the map to bring up a tool tip. I though users might appreciate if the place names were shown on the choropleth map. 

Suggestions welcome!

Cheers,

Brent

[timg]

Hi Brent,

Trhough tooltips it is currently possible. You can find an example here, hovering over the province will provide the name and location (COVID-19 – Tim Gitsels).  However, showing fixed labels in a shape map is currently not available.

There is an idea for it though so voting for it might move it up the ladder: Microsoft Idea  · Shape Map (powerbi.com).

Regards,

Tim

[Anonymous]

Thanks @timg for the reply.

I thought this was the case. I might try exploring the other map options available in PBI, though I think I've looked at the available options and they all have their limitations.

I really like your PBI Covid-19 mapping report. Nice job. 

Cheers,

Brent

[timg · Accepted solution]

Hi Brent,

Yeah could be worth trying out the bubble, filled, or bing map visuals to see if any of those meet the requirements. Lastly, the ArcGis visual is very customizable so this one might be a good option as well, though this visual does require a licence to function completely. 

Regards,

Tim

P.s.: thanks for the compliment!