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Bug

The metadata for a photo is not captured when collecting an image on Survey123 using a browser on an iOS device or a Windows device.

Last Published: May 13, 2020 ArcGIS Survey123
Bug ID Number BUG-000130323
SubmittedApril 22, 2020
Last ModifiedJune 30, 2025
Applies toArcGIS Survey123
Version found3.9
Operating SystemApple iOS
Operating System Version12.0x
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

This is a known issue from iOS.

Workaround

  • Use the field app to collect the metadata for photos on an iOS device.
  • Take a photo by using the iOS camera first and then browse the photo from the gallery, this is able to retain the Exif data in the photo.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000130323

Software:

  • ArcGIS Survey123

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