Ability to isolate a layer

[pfbreton-perso]

Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.
I have a map where I collect many GPX files uploaded from various sources. After a few years, I ended up with over 100 layers. I would like to be able to quickly isolate a layer for inspection, download etc.

Describe the solution you'd like
A series of contextual commands that let me manage the visibility of multiple layers at a time would get ideal:

minimally, 2 commands that let me hide or show all layers would work:

• show all layers
• hide all alyers
  (then I can unhide the layer of my choice)

Describe alternatives you've considered
another approach could be to have a command entitled:

• toggle visibility of selected layer(s) , assuming that layer selection is something possible

Additional context
Here is the type of map that I use where I would find this feature useful:

[pfbreton-perso]

note: I discovered the filter feature after writing this down. this is an acceptable workaround, although more difficult to discover

[yohanboniface]

@Aurelie-Jallut where could we add a "show/hide all" button ? :)

[Aurelie-Jallut]

Something like that ? :

[yohanboniface]

Would work for sure! Is there a way not to consume vertical space you think ? :)

[Aurelie-Jallut]

[Aurelie-Jallut]

[harzguide]

Hello everyone, I have the same problem. I am currently working on a map project ‘Braunschweiger Jacobsweg’ with a large number of POI, churches, stamp points, catering facilities, public transport stops etc. My idea is to add another selection option in the form of small square windows. (The ‘eyes´ control the visibility, the boxes control the selection, for example for data export. This would give us a quick way of editing.
Possible commands for the selection:
Select All Layers, Clear Selection, Custom Selection.
Such an option would also help me, especially with complex projects.
Best regards, Burkhard

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[harzguide]

je suis désolé !
j'ai oublié de me présenter brièvement :
Je m'appelle Burkhard (harzguide) et je m'intéresse depuis des années à la randonnée avec les transports en commun. Depuis l'année dernière, j'ai changé de mode de transport pour plusieurs de ces randonnées, car c'est pour moi la meilleure option. Une série de problèmes et de questions sont apparus, dont j'aimerais discuter avec vous ou participer à la résolution.
Amitiés, Burkhard

je suis désolé !
j'ai oublié de me présenter brièvement :
Je m'appelle Burkhard (harzguide) et je m'intéresse depuis des années à la randonnée avec les transports en commun. Depuis l'année dernière, j'ai changé de mode de transport pour plusieurs de ces randonnées, car c'est pour moi la meilleure option. Une série de problèmes et de questions sont apparus, dont j'aimerais discuter avec vous ou participer à la résolution.
Amitiés, Burkhard
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Excuse me,
I forgot to introduce myself briefly:
My name is Burkhard (harzguide) and I have been involved with the topic of ‘hiking with public transport’ for years. Since last year, I've switched a number of these hikes to walking as it's the best option for me. A number of problems and questions have arisen that I would like to discuss with you or help to solve.
Best regards, Burkhard

[harzguide]

Correction
Since last year, I have switched a number of these hikes to umap, as it is the best option for me.

[harzguide]

Hello everyone,
I have just tried the ‘Filter’ method. This works to the extent that you can isolate a single layer and then edit it - but it doesn't hide the layers you don't want. The problem is, however, that if I want to export only this layer, e.g. to insert it into another map, this does not work. All layers are exported.
That's why I think it's better to implement the solution I suggested. On the one hand, it allows me to edit only the layer that I want, but at the same time to select the layer that I want to import into another map. I think that this way we can enable more comprehensive editing.
Kind regards,Burkhard

Bonjour à tous !
Je viens d'essayer la méthode « filtre ». Cela fonctionne dans la mesure où l'on peut isoler un seul calque et le modifier ensuite - mais les calques non souhaités ne sont pas masqués. Le problème, c'est que si je veux exporter ce calque pour l'insérer dans une autre carte par exemple, cela ne fonctionne pas. Tous les calques sont exportés.
C'est pourquoi je pense qu'il est préférable de mettre en œuvre la solution que j'ai proposée. Elle permet d'une part de ne modifier que le calque que je veux, mais aussi de sélectionner le calque que je veux importer dans une autre carte. Je pense que nous pouvons ainsi permettre un traitement plus complet.
Amitiés, Burkhard

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[pfbreton-perso]

This is a good point. I forgot to mention that one of the motivation to isolate elements on the map is to export after. I agree with you that the export should probably allow for a WYSIWYG where hidden elements do not export.

[yohanboniface]

The export should be WYSIWYG, and if not it's a bug.

To export only one layer, one can edit it and click on "download" on "advanced actions". We may add a "download" icon within the quick action (close to the magnifying glass, eye…) to make it simpler, but this toolbox is not extensive to infinite…

[harzguide]

Hello Yohan,
Thanks for your reply. Exporting as WYSIWYG is not a problem, it works fine as a geojosn file
Regarding the selection of layers to be exported:
It's not just about exporting a single layer, but also having the option of selecting a group of layers. I have already written that I am working on a project called ‘Braunschweiger Jacobsweg’. This involves a large amount of data in the form of markers, which are stored with information (links, text modules). I have compiled all these markers as individual layers in separate maps in order to transfer them later to a new hiking map (stage). Currently, to do this, I often have to make a large number of layers invisible (eye) in order to select a small number of layers for export. It would be easier if I could go the other way round and select only a few layers from a large number. Hence my suggestion to insert an additional selection bar (box) in the layer window. Result: I click on the few layers I need, export them to the desktop and then import them as a group (restaurants, churches, museums, etc.) into the corresponding tour map and the job would be done, much easier and faster.
Thanks again, best regards, Burkhard

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[harzguide]

Hello,
I would like to show you one or the other card, but I don't know how to do it. Is it enough to copy the links and send them as a comment?
Burkhard