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ArcReader | Getting Started
How can I create a Published Map File for use in ArcReader?
Use ArcGIS Publisher, an extension to ArcView, ArcEditor, and ArcInfo that converts ESRI map documents (MXD) or ArcGlobe documents (3DD) to Published Map Files for use with ArcReader.
Can I edit a PMF with ArcReader?
No, ArcReader cannot create or modify the published maps. You need ArcGIS Publisher to create or edit PMF.
How does ArcReader work with other ArcGIS products?
ArcReader is part of the ArcGIS family of software products. It is built from the same ArcObjects components as ArcGIS Desktop (ArcView, ArcEditor, and ArcInfo). ArcReader works with maps authored by ArcMap or ArcGlobe and published with ArcGIS Publisher.
How does ArcReader access GIS data?
ArcReader can only read data through a PMF. The PMF supports access to all standard vector and raster formats supported by ArcGIS. The PMF does not include the data. Rather, the PMF references the data whether it is on a local drive, a shared network drive, or an Internet service. The PMF preserves a live connection to the data, so the user's data view is dynamic.
Can ArcReader add data layers to Published Map Files?
ArcReader is exclusively a map viewer for working with preauthored PMFs. ArcReader cannot add data to a PMF.
Can ArcReader be customized?
ArcGIS Publisher includes access to the ArcReader developer component for embedding ArcReader or creating custom applications for viewing Published Map Files.
How much does ArcReader cost?
ArcReader is free and is included with all ArcGIS 9 products. ArcReader can also be downloaded from the ESRI Web site.
