> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://geolytix.gitbook.io/xyz-user-guide/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://geolytix.gitbook.io/xyz-user-guide/layer/cluster.md).

# Cluster

Cluster layer is a layer type designed to efficiently display dense point data with clustering logic based on zoom level. This layer also supports categorized legend with custom symbols.

![](https://3311738203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-LMbyNmpULug5kukGHme%2F-LNL6AUo3ezJ013rNDdY%2F-LNL6sRT827mftcZEpTV%2FCluster%20Layer\(Retail%20points\).png?alt=media\&token=d258ab50-079b-4d13-a005-87a0fa7b965b)

*Fig. 4.3.1. Selected features from cluster layer showing retail points.*

A clustering marker will also hold information on competitors. Each visible ring of the marker stands for diversity of company brands inside the cluster.

![](https://3311738203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-LMbyNmpULug5kukGHme%2F-LNL7A9gEW2WBowO_Sok%2F-LNL7Q9ahM9X7w3BVYS6%2FClustering%20Markers.png?alt=media\&token=47447e3b-e9f3-47a5-bf05-c065a4469d6f)

*Fig. 4.3.2 Clustering markers with their competition rings.*

The URL will store information whether the locations module is enabled and specific location is selected.\
Cluster layer also supports data editing and image upload, designed for site visits and on-site data collection.

![](https://3311738203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-LMbyNmpULug5kukGHme%2F-LNL7A9gEW2WBowO_Sok%2F-LNL82u66VpMYTvWnymK%2FData%20Editing%20Form.png?alt=media\&token=c1efef83-ddec-458f-a3d0-f86ae48253ff)

*Fig. 4.3.3. Data editing form, example from Tokyo, Japan.*