I’ve been exploring how Mappedin JS works and really enjoy how it allows users to interact with indoor maps directly through a web browser. When moving through large areas like malls or airports, I started wondering if the map could also show my movement visually, not just the route from one point to another. Seeing a path appear as I walk would make it easier to understand where I’ve been and how far I’ve gone in real time.
A walking tracker is usually a tool that records and displays how far a person walks, often using data such as steps, distance, or route coverage. In this case, I’m thinking about it more as a virtual distance measurement for walks not something related to fitness or health, but a feature that helps users see their path directly on the map. For example, if I walk from one store to another, it could draw a subtle line showing the exact trail I’ve taken and maybe even display the total distance walked. It’s more about spatial awareness than tracking statistics.
I got inspired by this idea positively because it could make navigation inside large spaces feel more natural. I imagine that as I move through an area, the map could draw a soft trace that fades slowly over time, showing where I came from. It doesn’t need to store any data or connect to other tools just a visual experience during one web session.
What I’m curious about is whether Mappedin JS can handle this kind of live path display and distance update directly inside the map view. For instance, can the route layer or overlays be updated continuously to reflect real movement as a user changes position within the venue? I’d like to know if anyone has tried something like this before and how it might work with Mappedin JS features for location updates.