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Frequently asked questions

Listed below are frequently asked questions and answers regarding ArcGIS Data Appliance: OpenStreetMap Vector Basemaps.

How does ArcGIS Data Appliance: OpenStreetMap Vector Basemaps work?

ArcGIS Data Appliance: OpenStreetMap Vector Basemaps (OSM Vector Basemaps) is published as a hosted vector tile service from your ArcGIS Enterprise portal along with nine map styles that you can share, use, and customize within your organization. For more information on vector basemaps and the differences between raster and vector tile layers, see Tile layers in the Portal for ArcGIS help.

How do I set up OSM Vector Basemaps?

Refer to the instructional video and help documentation on the OSM Vector Basemaps Additional resources section of the ArcGIS Data Appliance 7.2 website to learn how to set up and use OSM Vector Basemaps.

Where does the data come from?

The data is provided exclusively by OpenStreetMap (OSM) and its contributors. Esri maintains a replica of the OSM database, which is used to author the map using OSM cartography and generate a vector tile package.

Does OSM Vector Basemaps include imagery?

No. OSM Vector Basemaps does not include raster basemaps or imagery.

What services are available?

OSM Vector Basemaps only requires one service published as a hosted vector tile layer from your portal. Other maps are included as map styles that you publish to your portal as tile layers. See Directory of map styles for the vector tile layers included with OSM Vector Basemaps.

Are there any use restrictions when using OSM Vector Basemaps?

The OSM Vector Basemaps provided via ArcGIS Data Appliance are intended for use with Esri software. Redistribution rights are granted by Esri and the data vendor for hard-copy renditions or static, electronic map images (for example, .gif and .jpeg) that are plotted, printed, or publicly displayed with proper metadata and source or copyright attribution to the respective data vendor or vendors. For copyright and attribution information, see Credits for a specific map published to your portal.

Where can I find more information about editing custom styles?

View the Working with and Customizing Esri Vector Basemaps: The Basics post on the ArcGIS Blog website for more information about editing custom styles.

Where can I find more information about using basemaps in my Portal for ArcGIS Map Viewer?

See Customize basemaps and Choose basemap in the Portal for ArcGIS help for more information about using basemaps in your Portal for ArcGIS Map Viewer.

What if I need further assistance?

For all questions, feedback, and troubleshooting, and to report issues, contact Esri Technical Support.