The need to quickly hide moving objects on the map often arises when a dense layer of traffic jams obscures important information about the road network or street names. You can remove transport in 2GIS through the layers control panel, where you just need to turn off the display of the current traffic situation to make the interface cleaner and easier to navigate. This action instantly clears the screen of colored lines and car icons, allowing you to focus on your route or searching for static objects.
In some scenarios, users confuse turning off traffic jams with the desire to remove their own car from the directory database or hide movement tracks. It is important to understand that mapping service distinguishes between dynamic traffic data and static entries in the organization registry. If your goal is to clear the map of visual noise, changing the display settings is enough, but removing objects requires a different approach through the editing tools.
Mobile versions of the application and the desktop program may have differences in the location of the controls, but the logic of operation remains the same. Complete shutdown of transport does not affect the construction of routes, but changes the visual perception of the map, which is especially useful when studying the details of the area or planning parking in an unfamiliar area without distractions.
Managing traffic layers
The main way to change the appearance of the map is to work with layers that are overlaid on top of the base image of the area. At the top of the screen or in the side menu is an icon that resembles a stack of papers or diamonds, which gives access to visibility settings. This is where the switch is located, which is responsible for showing traffic jams and moving vehicles collected by the system in real time.
When traffic jam mode is active, the map is painted in colors corresponding to the flow speed: from green free traffic to red congestion. To deactivate this mode, just click on the corresponding slider, after which the color indication will disappear and the car icons will no longer be displayed. This action does not delete traffic data from the device's memory, but only hides its visual representation.
It is worth noting that in some versions of the software the settings may be divided into “Traffic” and “Transport”. The first option shows traffic congestion, and the second shows moving car icons. For maximum screen clearing, it is recommended to disable both options if the interface allows such granularity.
- 🚗 Click on the layers icon in the corner of the screen to access the menu.
- 🚙 Find the “Traffic” switch and turn it to the “Off” position.
- 🚌 Check for the presence of a separate “Transport” item and disable it if necessary.
- 🚕 Make sure the base map remains visible for orientation.
⚠️ Attention: Disabling traffic layers may cause the system to build a route without taking into account current traffic jams, which will increase travel time.
To quickly switch modes on Android, you can use a widget on the home screen if it is supported by the application version.
Display settings in the mobile application
The smartphone interface has its own peculiarities due to limited screen space, so layer management is often hidden in additional menus. In current versions 2GIS for iOS and Android, the layer control button is usually located in the upper right corner of the map. Clicking on it reveals a list of available options where you can flexibly customize the map view.
Users are often looking for a way to remove not only traffic jams, but also public transport icons that can obstruct their view. In the map settings section you can find items responsible for displaying stops and routes of buses or trams. Hiding these objects makes the map more minimalistic, which is especially convenient when viewing small scales.
If you still see traffic after turning off all visible layers, you may have satellite map mode with traffic overlay enabled. In this case, you need to switch to the standard scheme or hybrid mode, where layer management works more predictably.
| Interface element | Function | Impact on map appearance |
|---|---|---|
| Layer "Traffic" | Shows traffic congestion | Paints roads in traffic colors |
| Transport layer | Displays moving cars | Adds animated car icons |
| Layer "Public Transport" | Shows stops and routes | Displays route lines and stops |
| Satellite | Satellite image | Changes the base of the card in the photo |
How to hide public transport
A separate category of settings is the display of public transport routes, which are often drawn with bright lines on top of roads. To remove these lines, you need to find an item related to routing or urban transport in the layers menu. In some interfaces it is indicated by a bus or tram icon.
After disabling this layer, not only route lines will disappear from the map, but also stop labels, which will greatly simplify reading the map in city centers with a developed transport network. This is especially true for pedestrians or drivers who do not need information about bus schedules.
Therefore, if you switch between navigation modes, settings may reset depending on the type of movement you select.
- 🚍 Open the layers menu through the main screen of the application.
- 🚎 Find the “City Transport” section or similar.
- 🚋 Uncheck the display of routes and stops.
- 🚇 Check if the colored lines have disappeared from the map.
⚠️ Attention: Hiding public transport layers does not disable the function of building routes on buses, but makes them invisible on the main map until navigation starts.
Secret Settings
Some developer versions have a hidden menu that allows you to change the size of vehicle icons, but this is not accessible to regular users without special debugging tools.
Removing objects from the directory
A situation where a user wants to remove a vehicle may involve deleting a specific object (for example, wrongly placed garage or shop) from the directory database. For this purpose, there is a “Map Editor” tool, accessible through the profile menu or the object’s context menu. Deleting objects requires authorization and moderation, as it affects the general database.
The deletion process begins with searching for an object on the map and calling up its card. At the bottom of the page there is usually a “Report a Bug” or “Edit” link. By selecting the reason “Object does not exist” or “Invalid location”, you initiate the review process by moderators.
A distinction should be made between deleting objects and hiding layers. If an organization or garage exists in reality, it will not be possible to delete it forever - you can only correct the coordinates or status. Moderation takes from several hours to several days depending on the workload of the support service.
- 🏢 Find the item you need to remove or fix.
- 📝 Click on the “Edit” or “Report a Bug” button.
- 🗑️ Select the reason for deleting or correcting data.
- 📤 Send changes to moderators for review.
☑️ Checklist before deleting an object
Cache problems and data reloading
Sometimes vehicles on the map continue to be displayed even after the corresponding layers are turned off, indicating a caching error or software glitch. In such cases it helps forced reboot maps or clearing the application cache through the device settings. This allows you to reset temporary files that may be storing outdated traffic data.
On Android, you can clear the cache through the application's system settings by finding the "Storage" section and selecting "Clear cache". On iOS, the easiest way is to reinstall the app or use the Unload App feature if available to keep the data but update the executables.
It is also worth checking your Internet connection, since if the signal is poor, the application may not receive relevant commands from the server to hide layers. Switching between Wi-Fi and a mobile network often solves the problem of frozen interface elements.
⚠️ Warning: Clearing app data (not just cache) will delete saved places, search history and offline maps, so be careful when choosing the type of wipe.
Key takeaway: If the settings are not applied, the problem is almost always resolved by restarting the application or checking the Internet connection.
Privacy settings and tracking
A separate aspect of the question “how to remove vehicles” concerns personal privacy and location tracking. If transport means your own travel track, then the settings are located in the privacy section. Disabling geolocation for the 2GIS application will completely stop collecting data about your movements.
In your account settings you can also find options related to your browsing history and saved routes. Deleting this history does not affect the card for other users, but clears your personal digital footprint within the service. This is important for users who value anonymity.
For corporate users using 2GIS for business, there are advanced settings for fleet management. In this case, “remove transport” may mean excluding the car from visibility for clients or employees, which is done through the administrative panel on the site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the map still in color after the traffic jams are turned off?
You may have a People's Map layer enabled or another thematic layer that also uses color cues. Check all active switches in the layers menu and turn off the unnecessary ones.
Is it possible to remove vehicles only on a certain area of the map?
No, layer settings are applied globally to the entire map. Local hiding of objects is only possible through the editor tools, but this requires moderation and is not a temporary view setting.
Does turning off the vehicle affect battery consumption?
Disabling continuous traffic and icon updates may slightly reduce battery consumption by reducing the load on the processor and network module.
How can I get all the settings back?
Just open the layers menu and turn on the Traffic and Transport switches. All changes are applied instantly and are reversible at any time.