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Bug

Unable to upload an image into ArcGIS StoryMaps via a link.

Last Published: December 1, 2020 ArcGIS Online
Bug ID Number BUG-000135543
SubmittedNovember 18, 2020
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS Online
Version found8.3
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0 64 Bit
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

This is a known limitation; images that are only accessible via private networks are not supported for use in ArcGIS StoryMaps.

Workaround

  1. Navigate to https://www.arcgis.com/home/index.html, and log in. 
  2. Navigate to the Map tab, and save the map. Populate the title, tag, and description.
  3. Click the share icon, and in Embed this map, click Create a Web App.
  4. Click Build a Story Map > Story Map Journal, and click Create Web App. Click Done.
  5. Choose the layout of the user preference, and click Start.
  6. After naming the story map, ADD HOME SECTION pops up. Select Image in CONTENT, and click Link.
  7. Insert the desired image link.
  8. Accept the default setting, and click Next.
  9. In the side panel content, click Add.

 

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000135543

Software:

  • ArcGIS Online

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