v2.4.0 (2025-09-29)

🚀 Major Features

Complete Map Image Layer Implementation

• Full capacity support for Map Image Layer functionality across all application components
• ViewshedAnalysisPanel now supports geometry selection from Map Image Layers
• Universal compatibility - all map editors and analysis panels support Map Image Layer operations
• Enhanced graphics group organization for better layer management

Universal Popup Control System

• Added popup control to all layer types (Feature Layers, Map Image Layers, WMS Layers)
• Users can now enable/disable popup functionality for any layer
• Consistent popup behavior across all layer types
• Improved popup management in layer settings

Canopy Height Filter Function

• Dynamic height filtering for STT:DHM (Digital Terrain Model) layers
• Automatic style detection and application of "Canopy Height Filter" for dynamic height visualization
• Real-time filtering capabilities for advanced forest analysis
• Full GeoServer integration for dynamic styling

Filter Layer UI Improvements

• Fixed filter layer user interface issues
• Enhanced filter controls and interactions
• Improved visual feedback for active filters
• Streamlined filter management workflow

Batch Loading Enhancements

• Improved batch loading performance for multiple layers
• Enhanced loading indicators and progress feedback
• Better error handling during batch operations
• Optimized memory usage for large layer sets

New SystemPanel Management Functions

• Layer Creation Preferences: Three-option system (Default, Force FeatureLayer, Force MapImageLayer)
• Global Popup Controls: Enable/disable all existing layer popups with single toggle
• Default Popup Settings: Configure default popup behavior for new layers
• App Information: Version checking, build mode, and storage statistics
• Cache Management: Clear browser cache and refresh application
• Performance Testing: Development mode tools for cache performance analysis
• Cache Statistics: Detailed metrics and validation tools
• Documentation Access: Direct link to layer concepts guide

Enhanced User Experience

• Comprehensive system management and configuration options
• Real-time application monitoring and diagnostics
• Improved user workflows with better layer type understanding
• Streamlined interface for Map Image Layer operations
• Advanced developer tools for performance optimization

🎯 User Experience Improvements

Better Map Interactions

• All layer types now display consistent and reliable popup information
• Canopy Height Model layers show dynamic height data with improved filtering
• Map interactions feel more responsive with better error handling

Simplified Layer Management

• Choose how new layers are created with easy preference settings
• Control popup behavior for all layers with simple on/off switches
• Bookmarks now remember all your layer settings including popup preferences

Enhanced Performance

• Faster layer loading with improved batch processing
• Better visual feedback when loading multiple layers
• Reduced waiting times for map operations

🐛 Bug Fixes

• Fixed Map Image Layer geometry selection inconsistencies
• Corrected bookmark persistence for popup and style settings
• Resolved WMS GetFeatureInfo missing style parameters
• Fixed graphics layer ordering issues

🎯 Breaking Changes

None - All changes are backward compatible

🌟 Impact

This release delivers complete Map Image Layer functionality and advanced Canopy Height filtering capabilities, significantly enhancing forest analysis and mapping workflows.