When you want to show someone a specific view of a map or embed it in a particular way on a webpage, you can use query strings. These are special codes added to the end of a map URL to customize how it appears or behaves.
Basic Structure
The basic format for adding query strings to a map URL is:
https://map.concept3d.com/map/?id=[mapID]#![queryString]
Replace [mapID] with your actual map ID (without brackets).
Using Multiple Query Strings
You can use more than one query string to create a custom view. When using multiple query strings, the URL looks like this:
https://map.concept3d.com/map/?id=[mapID]#![queryString1]?[queryString2]
Note: If you use multiple query strings and the URL doesn't work as expected, contact support. Some combinations may not work well together, and we can help you get the view you want.
Common Query Strings
Remember to replace [mapID] with your actual map ID in all examples.
Map UI Modifications (Hide/Show/Minimize Elements)
| Feature | Parameter | Location | Description | Example URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidebar Closed | sbc | After hash | Sidebar minimized on load (can be reopened). | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!sbc |
| Sidebar Hidden | sbh | Before hash | Sidebar removed entirely from display. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]&sbh#! |
| Top Bar Hidden | tbh | Before hash | Hides the top bar entirely. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]&tbh#! |
| Footer Hidden | fh/ | After hash | Hides footer in the sidebar. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!fh/ |
| Print Button Hidden | ph/ | After hash | Removes the print button from top bar (desktop only). | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!ph/ |
| Home Button Hidden | hh | Before hash | Hides home button from map controls. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]&hh#! |
| All Map Controls Hidden | mch | Before hash | Hides all controls: zoom, map layers, home button, spin/rotate. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]&mch#! |
| Logo Hidden | lh/ | After hash | Hides logo from the map top bar. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!lh/ |
| Level Selector Hidden | lvlh/ | After hash | Hides level selector (floors dropdown). | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!lvlh/ |
Map Behavior and View Settings
| Feature | Parameter | Location | Description | Example URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set Zoom Level | z/[ZoomLevel] | After hash | Loads map at zoom level 0–20. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!z/18 |
| Center Map on Location | mc/[lat,long] | After hash | Recenters map at given latitude and longitude. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!mc/40.01,-105.27 |
| Set Floor Level | lvl/[levelNum] | After hash | Loads a specific floor in multi-level buildings. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!lvl/2 |
| Toggle Base Map Layer | ml/map or ml/satellite | After hash | Overrides base map with map or satellite. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!ml/satellite |
| Force Location Services | fls/ | After hash | Uses device geolocation on mobile (if approved). | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!fls/ |
Location and Category Display
| Feature | Parameter | Location | Description | Example URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toggle Category Layer | ct/[categoryID] | After hash | Displays markers/polygons for a category. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!ct/123 |
| Expand Category in Sidebar | ce/[categoryID] | After hash | Expands a specific category view in the sidebar. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!ce/123 |
| Open Specific Location Marker | m/[markerID] | After hash | Opens a specific location by marker ID. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!m/456 |
| Display Marker as Balloon | mb/ (after marker) | After hash | Shows marker as balloon instead of sidebar. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!m/456?mb/ |
| Minimize Marker Balloon | bm/ (after marker) | After hash | Loads the balloon view in minimized state. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!m/456?bm/ |
| Disable Balloon on Open | mbh | Before hash | Prevents balloon from opening on share/click. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]&mbh#! |
Search, Sidebar, Tours, Sharing
| Feature | Parameter | Location | Description | Example URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Search by Term |
| After hash | Opens search results for the term. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!s/key=Arts |
| Play a Tour | t/[tourID]:[stop#] | After hash | Opens a virtual tour at the first or specified stop. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!t/1001:2 |
| Toggle Specific Sidebar | sbt/locations or sbt/tours | After hash | Opens the desired sidebar tab: locations, tour, or transit. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#?sbt/tours |
| Share with Reference ID | reference=[refID] | Before hash | Loads a specific location linked to a reference ID. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]&reference=abc123 |
ref/[refID] | After hash | Alternate format for sharing by reference ID. | https://map.concept3d.com/?id=[mapID]#!ref/abc123 |
Tips for Use
Parameters can be combined, e.g.,
#!ct/123?z/18?mc/40.01,-105.27Parameters before the hash (
&) modify the base map load.Parameters after the hash (
#!or#?) control visual behaviors and content.
Need Help?
If you're having trouble with query strings or need a specific custom view, don't hesitate to reach out to our support team. We're here to help you get the most out of your map!