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Overview

Map Builder is a configurable application which provides an easy means for users to build their own custom mapping applications by combining user data with global GFW data. The application includes powerful forest and land cover analysis tools and customizable analysis and visualization options. User defined data layers are typically hosted on ArcGIS Online or an ArcGIS Portal as services. However, data can also be hosted in other environments such as Map Server or GeoServer. Users who select this hosting approach can register their services with a free ArcGIS online account. Map builder also supports OGC standards such as WMS and Tile Services.

Map builder is configured through a json. file and users with json. formatting skills can customize the application by editing the value-attribute pairs in the json. Alternatively, users can also configure the application through ArcGIS Online by building a customized application using a form like interface. However, editing the .json file directly provides the user with additional options and greater customization.

Site Pages

• Base Configuration

  • Plain Attributes
  • Layer Panel
  • Analysis Module Configuration

• Print Template