Hide map layers from initial view

If the map layer should be initially hidden when the respondent accesses the survey page, but selectable from the layer menu

  1. Add the map layer to the page in Map and layout. 
  2. Click the three dots next to its name. Tick Hide by default.

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  3. Now respondents won't see this map layer when they first access the survey, but can make it appear by selecting it from the legend.

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If you want a map layer to be visible, but not listed in the layer menu

  1. Open Edit legend.

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  2. Untick Visible in legend. Remember to Save!

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Legend / map layer menu

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