You can create your own app from a shared map by downloading and configuring one of the configurable templates in the map viewer. The template ZIP file contains the files and instructions you need to customize and deploy the app on your web server.
Keep in mind that each configurable app template offers different functionality, such as different layouts and color schemes, editing and identify tools, social media feeds, and side-by-side map viewers. Some of the templates allow you to configure the app to create a customized look and feel.
If your portal is currently disconnected from the Internet, you'll need to remove all external references in the template and configure it to use your portal's utility services. You can configure the template to use the portal's utility service by setting the template's queryForOrg property to true. Instructions for removing external references and configuring utility service use are included in the readme file that is bundled with the template. To learn more about utility services, see About utility services.
Download an app starting from the map viewer
To download an app template starting from the map viewer, follow the steps below.
- Verify that you are signed in with privileges to create and share content.
- Open a saved map in the map viewer and click Share.
- Click Create A Web App and click the Configurable Apps tab.
- Choose what you want the app to do. By default, all apps are shown, but you can use the filters in the panel to narrow your search.
- Click a thumbnail to see a description of the app and access the Download button.
- To access the app ZIP file, click Download.
- Open or save the .zip file.
- Follow the instructions in the readme file for deploying and configuring your app. You can begin with minor changes like modifying colors and fonts or adding an additional widget. As your comfort level with JavaScript, CSS, and HTML increases, you can make additional modifications to the app.
Download an app starting from a group page
To download an app template from a group page, follow these steps:
- Verify that you are signed in and have privileges to create and share content.
- Open the group for which you want to download an app.
- Click Share and click Create A Web App.
- Click a thumbnail to see a description of the app and access the Download button.
- To access the app ZIP file, click Download.
- Open or save the .zip file.
- Follow the instructions in the readme file for deploying and configuring your app. You can begin with minor changes like modifying colors and fonts or adding an additional widget. As your comfort level with JavaScript, CSS, and HTML increases, you can make additional modifications to the app.