image tile layer

Image tile layers are that can access and display raster tile data provided by an . Stored as tiles, or levels, of png or jpeg images that represent geographic data, image tile layers are typically used in to provide geographic or topographic context. Image tile layers can be composed of static operational layers; they are highly compressed and they are easily understood by most common mapping application software. Image tile layers are compatible not only with ArcGIS but also third-party apps using OGC protocols such as WMS/WMTS. Image tile layers work with many types of browsers and devices, provide high-end cartographic capabilities, and support various , such as imagery and elevation data.

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  • image layer

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