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Bug

Only images captured with the ArcGIS Field Maps (Android) mobile app are converted into the KML format in ArcGIS Pro. These images are rotated by 90 degrees when viewed in Google Earth but not when they are viewed in ArcGIS Online Map Viewer or ArcGIS Earth apps.

ArcGIS Field Maps
Bug ID Number BUG-000158903
SubmittedJune 7, 2023
Last ModifiedSeptember 26, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Field Maps
Version found23.2.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

Google Earth Pro does not utilize the EXIF file tag Orientation = Rotate 90 CW which is commonly used for rotating photos.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000158903

Software:

  • ArcGIS Field Maps

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