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Smart Folder (Filter)

Overview​

OsmAnd provides powerful tools for organizing and managing your tracks. One of the key features is the ability to filter files in the Tracks tab of the My Places menu based on criteria such as duration, length, or speed. This allows you to quickly find specific tracks that match your needs. Filtered results can also be saved as a Smart Folder for convenient access and reuse.

Search Filter​

Menu → My Places → Tracks tab

My places tracks

  • To open the Filter screen, tap the Search icon, then tap Filter in the Sort by row.
  • After configuring the required filters, tap the Show button in the lower right corner to display the filtered tracks. The number of matching tracks appears in brackets.
  • To clear all active filters, tap Reset all.
  • To save the current filter set as a new Smart Folder, tap the save icon in the upper right corner of the screen.

Available Filters​

My places tracks

  • Filter by name.
    Search for tracks by their title. Enter a full or partial title to display matching tracks.
  • Folder.
    Filter tracks based on their storage folder. Select one or more folders to display tracks from those locations.
  • Duration.
    Filter tracks by their recorded duration. Specify a duration range in hours and minutes to find tracks that fit your time criteria.
  • Time in motion.
    Filter tracks by the time spent in motion during recording. Select a range to display tracks that match your selected time.
  • Length.
    Search for tracks by their total length. Specify a range in kilometers or miles to find tracks of a specific length.
  • Average speed.
    Filter tracks by average speed. Select a speed range to display matching tracks.
  • Sensor data group
    • Sensor speed, average.
    • Sensor speed, max.
    • Heart rate, average.
    • Heart rate, max.
    • Bicycle Cadence, average.
    • Bicycle Cadence, max
    • Bicycle Power, average.
    • Bicycle Power, max.
    • Temperature, average.
    • Temperature, max.
  • Max Speed.
    Search for tracks based on their maximum speed. Specify a maximum speed range to find matching tracks.
  • Uphill.
    Filter tracks with positive elevation gain. Tracks that include uphill sections in the selected range are displayed.
  • Downhill.
    Filter tracks with negative elevation loss. Tracks that include downhill sections in the selected range are displayed.
  • Average altitude.
    Filter tracks based on their average altitude. Specify an altitude range to find matching tracks.
  • Max altitude.
    Search for tracks by their maximum altitude above sea level. Specify an altitude range to display tracks.
  • Date of creation.
    Filter tracks based on the date they were created. Select a date or range to find tracks created during that period.
  • Nearest cities.
    Search for tracks that pass near specific cities or settlements. Select one or more locations to display tracks passing through or near them.
  • Type of activity.
    Filter tracks based on the activities type recorded in the GPX file (e.g., cycling, hiking).
  • Country.
    Filter tracks by the country or region where they were recorded. Select a country to find related tracks.
  • Color.
    Filter tracks by their assigned color. Select one or more colors or choose Not specified to find tracks without a specified color.
  • Width.
    Filter tracks based on their visual line width. Select specific width values or Not specified for tracks without this attribute.
  • Other
    Additional filters for special characteristics:
    • Visible on Map. Shows tracks currently selected to be displayed on the map.
    • With Waypoints. Displays tracks containing waypoints, such as marked locations added during recording.

Smart Folder​

⚠️ Android only
This feature is currently not available for the iOS version of the OsmAnd app.

My places tracks sort function Android

A Smart Folder is a special type of folder that provides automated features for organizing and managing tracks based on specified criteria.

  1. Automated organization.
    A Smart Folder can automatically include tracks that match predefined rules. For example, you can configure a Smart Folder to include all tracks created on a specific date or within a specific duration range.
  2. Filtering and searching.
    Smart Folders allow quick searches within their contents using filters and keywords. This enables you to find tracks more efficiently by narrowing down results based on specific parameters.
  3. Dynamic refresh.
    The contents of a Smart Folder are dynamically updated when the Refresh feature is used, ensuring the folder always reflects the latest matching tracks.
  4. Customize rules.
    You can define custom rules that specify which tracks should be included in the Smart Folder. This flexibility allows you to create personalized, automated track collections.

Create Smart Folder​

To create a Smart Folder, follow these steps:

  1. Tap the three-dot menu icon in the upper right corner of the screen in the Tracks tab.
  2. Select the Add smart folder from the menu that appears.
  3. Configure settings:
    • Name the folder. Enter a name to identify the folder.
    • Specify track filter parameters. Choose parameters from the Filter list to define which tracks will be automatically included.
  4. Save the settings.
    • Tap Show in the lower right corner to display the filtered tracks.
    • Tap the Save button to finalize and create the Smart Folder.

After created, the Smart Folder will automatically collect and display tracks that match the selected filter criteria.

Smart Folder actions​

My places tracks sort function Android

My places tracks sort function Android

Once created, a Smart Folder is displayed with a unique icon in the folder list under the Tracks tab. To manage the folder, tap the three-dot menu next to the folder or open the folder and use the icon in the top-right corner.

Available Actions:

  • Details.
    View the complete list of tracks contained in the folder.
  • Show all tracks on the map.
    Displays all tracks in the folder on the map.
    NOTE: Mapping a large number of tracks may take significant time and affect performance.
  • Rename.
    Change the folder name for easier identification.
  • Refresh.
    Update the folder to ensure it includes the latest tracks that match the filter criteria.
  • Edit filter. Modify the track filter settings for the current Smart Folder. See Search Filter for details.
  • Export. Export all tracks in the Smart Folder via the Import/Export feature. You will be redirected to Menu → Settings → Actions tab.
  • Delete folder. Delete the Smart Folder without affecting the tracks it contains.
    Warning: This action is irreversible and will prompt a confirmation message.
  • Select. Use Selection Mode to select all or specific tracks within the folder for further actions.

This article was last updated in January 2025