Frequently asked question

Which user types and roles can use the sketch functionality in ArcGIS Online Map Viewer?

Last Published: June 2, 2021

Answer

To use the Sketch tool in ArcGIS Online Map Viewer, a user must have a Creator or GIS Professional user type and their role must be configured to User, Publisher, Facilitator, or Administrator.

Note:
ArcGIS Online public account holders can create sketch layers.

Refer to ArcGIS Online: User types, roles, and privileges for more information.

Note:
Features in a sketch layer are saved in the map, but not as a feature layer. Therefore, only the map author can edit and save sketch layers.

Article ID:000025525

Software:
  • ArcGIS Online

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