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Bug

Layer names do not update in web maps present in the sidecar for the ArcGIS StoryMaps builder

Last Published: April 23, 2021 ArcGIS Online
Bug ID Number BUG-000137537
SubmittedFebruary 18, 2021
Last ModifiedJanuary 2, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Online
Version found8.4
Operating SystemN/A
Operating System VersionN/A
StatusUnder Consideration

Workaround

Workaround involves renaming every layer and legend item within each web map embedded ArcGIS StoryMaps.

The steps are in this article:

https://support.esri.com/en-us/knowledge-base/problem-feature-layer-name-renamed-in-an-arcgis-online--000028033

Customer Notes on the Suggested Workaround:

Without a ‘refresh’ functionality, the layer name changes need to be made in every map widget within the StoryMap OR the sidecar slide needs to be recreated. If one has web maps on multiple projects that are used many times, this creates a lot of rework necessary during development. It is also confusing because layer name changes are seemingly the only map change that does not populate through. A refresh functionality would draw attention to this difference being intentional and provide an easier workaround.  

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000137537

Software:

  • ArcGIS Online

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