What are content management tools?
Content management tools are the functionalities in a portal
You use the content manager page to:
- Browse and organize content using the tabs below:
- Search for items using keywords. Apply additional filters like item type, date range, and categories to refine search results.
- Manage items you own. You can view, edit, move, and delete items in your organization.
- Share items with groups for team collaboration. Configure sharing settings to allow public access or restrict to specific users/groups.
Tools
The content manager page allows you to manage and organize geospatial data and resources. You can upload, create, and store various types of content such as maps
The section below introduces tools you can use to manage content and data in your portal.
Tabs
Portal
Tab name | Description |
|---|---|
| My Content | A personalized workspace where users can manage their geospatial content. It allows users to create, upload, organize, and share various items |
| My Favorites | Bookmark and access frequently used items quickly. Users can mark maps, layers, applications, and other geospatial content as favorites, making it easier to locate and reuse these resources. This tab provides a streamlined way to organize and retrieve important content. |
| My Groups | Manage and interact with groups they belong to or have created. This tab provides access to group content, collaboration tools, and settings for group management. Users can view shared maps, layers, and other resources within their groups, invite new members, set permissions, and configure group properties. Learn more in Administration tools > Groups. |
| My Organization | Administrative tools and insights for managing your portal. It allows administrators to oversee user accounts, roles, and permissions, monitor usage and credits, and manage content and data sharing policies. This tab also offers access to portal's settings, security configurations, and custom branding options. Learn more in Administration tools > Organization. |
| Living Atlas | Access curated collection of high-quality, authoritative maps, layers, and data from Esri and other contributors. This includes a variety of geographic information, such as demographic data, environmental layers, basemaps, and more, which can be used for analysis, visualization, and mapping projects. Users can browse, search, and integrate Living Atlas content into their own maps and applications. Learn more about Living Atlas of the World. |
Search and filter content
In My Content tab, users can search for specific geospatial items
Advanced filters allow further refinement of search results by item type, date modified, and sharing status, ensuring precise retrieval of content. Sorting options, such as by relevance or date, enhance the ability to locate items efficiently.
New item tool
The New Item tool in portal allows you to create and add various types of content to your organization
Create app tool
The Create app enables users to convert geospatial data into interactive applications. This feature provides access to low-code/no-code customizable templates and workflows for integrating maps