With Mapme, you can fully customize the markers on your map to match your project’s look and feel.
Ways to Control Markers
You can decide which markers show up in three different ways:
- By category – all locations in a category share the same marker
- By location – give individual locations their own marker
- One marker for the whole map – apply the same style everywhere
Category markers
Every location in a category can share one marker style. You set this up in the category settings page.
Location markers
Want a specific location to stand out? You can override the category marker and set a unique one.
Example: Use a sponsor’s logo to highlight their location.
To do this, open the location and go to Marker Style Customization.
👉 Learn more about category marker customization.
Single map marker
Prefer a consistent look? You can set one marker for the entire map.
Go to Settings → Markers, enable Marker Override, and choose your marker design.
Marker Customization Options
There are two main ways to create markers:
- Built-in markers – design markers using Mapme’s marker generator
- Image markers – upload your own images or logos
Built-in Marker Generator
Marker Shape
Choose from three background shapes:
- Circle – Recommended for most use cases. Clean and easy to see.
- Pin – The classic map pin. The bottom tip shows the exact location.
- Floating – An icon without a background shape.
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Marker Content
Your marker can display:
No content – just the shape- Icon – pick from Mapme’s icon library
Text – up to 32 characters (font adjusts automatically)
Serial Numbers – Automatic Marker Numbering. Learn more.
Other customization options
- Marker size – Default is 35px. Adjust from 15px to 150px.
- Content size – Fine-tune the size of text or icons inside the shape.
- Content color – Color automatically adjusts for best contrast. If no shape is used, you can pick any color.
- Marker border – Available for circle markers. Set the border width (1%–50% of the circle size).
👉 Also see: The Categories Customization Guide
Image Markers
Want more flexibility? Upload your own images (logo, icon, or photo) as markers.
- Recommended size – Square images up to 150px × 150px
- Default size – 35px × 35px (adjustable from 15px to 150px)
- File types – PNG, JPEG, WebP, or SVG (PNG/WebP/SVG support transparency)
Example: See this map with custom image markers
Halo and pop-up color
When a user selects a location, the marker gets a halo and shows a pop-up.
On desktop, this also works when you hover over the marker.
By default, Mapme picks a halo color based on the image, but you can override it and pick your own.
Conclusion
You now know all the ways to create and customize markers in Mapme—from simple built-in shapes to fully custom image markers.
If you still have questions, feel free to contact our support team.
👉 And don’t forget to review our best practices for creating great markers before you start.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I precisely pinpoint a location?
Use the pin shape. The bottom tip shows the exact spot.
Can I upload my own icons?
Yes! You can upload images (PNG, JPEG, WebP, or SVG) to create custom markers.
How do I make markers stand out?
Use high-contrast colors against the map background and increase marker size if needed.
What’s the best file format for image markers?
We recommend WebP, PNG, or SVG, since they support transparency.
What image size should I use for custom markers?
For best results, upload square images up to 150 × 150 pixels. The default size is 35 × 35 pixels, but you can adjust it with the sizing slider.
What is the marker sizing range in Mapme?
Marker sizes can be adjusted from 15 pixels to 150 pixels using the sizing slider. The default marker size is 35 pixels.