Articles
What’s new in ArcGIS StoryMaps
Owen Evans
Discover recently added features and enhancements.
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StoryNine steps to great storytelling
Allen Carroll
Set yourself on the path to crafting compelling digital narratives. -
ArticlePlanning and outlining your story
Esri’s StoryMaps team
The first step to crafting a compelling story is taking the time to prepare and map out your ideas. -
StoryGetting started with accessible storytelling
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Create accessible content with a few simple techniques and built-in ArcGIS StoryMaps features.
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Start creating in ArcGIS StoryMaps
Learn what you can make and explore resources.
- Stories
- Briefings
- Frames
- Collections
- Themes
Craft a story
Weave video, photos, text, audio, maps, 3D scenes, and more together into a compelling and interactive story that's easy to publish and share.
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Build a briefing
Give your presentations meaningful context with interactive maps, 3D scenes, dynamic ArcGIS apps, multimedia, and more. Present briefings or take key information offline with the complementary ArcGIS StoryMaps Briefings app, available for iOS, Android, and Windows devices.
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Create a frame
Create and share compelling short stories that can be viewed on mobile devices and the web. Frames support multimedia, interactive maps, embedded ArcGIS apps, and more. Meet your audience where they are by sharing frames directly to social platforms and other channels.
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Create a collection
Group stories, briefings, multimedia, and other ArcGIS items together to share as a cohesive, easily navigable set.
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Apply a theme
Transform the look and feel of your stories, briefings, and collections with the click of a button. Choose from a selection of modern, beautiful, predesigned themes, or create your own.
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Know what’s new and how to use it
ArcGIS Blog
Access blog posts from the ArcGIS StoryMaps team and members of the storytelling community.
Explore the blog
ArcGIS StoryMaps videos
New and experienced digital storytellers can explore this video collection—from webinars to short instructional videos.
Go to the video channel
What’s new
Discover the latest enhancements to ArcGIS StoryMaps.
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Build your skills
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TutorialArcGIS StoryMaps tutorials
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Explore guides for new users, in-depth tutorials for specific features, and tips for effective storytelling. -
CollectionVisual storytelling: Bring your narrative to life
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Images can make or break your stories. Learn a few ways to get the most out of yours. -
CollectionUse express maps to help tell your story
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Learn how to easily add effective and attractive cartography to any story. -
CollectionSwipe right for a powerful storytelling tool
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Learn how and when to use the ArcGIS StoryMaps Swipe media block—a great tool for comparing two maps side-by-side using an interactive slider. -
CollectionA timely block in ArcGIS StoryMaps
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Learn about the ArcGIS StoryMaps timeline block and some creative ways to use it. -
CollectionEmploying—and enjoying—sidecar and slideshow
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Consider ways to use sidecar and slideshow, two immersive blocks in ArcGIS StoryMaps. -
CollectionBreaking the sound barrier in ArcGIS StoryMaps
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Learn about the audio capabilities in ArcGIS StoryMaps and get tips for using audio as a storytelling tool. -
ArticleMeasure the traffic your stories receive
Ross Donihue
You’ve made an amazing story. Before you share it with the world, add analytics to track your reach. -
CollectionCreate your first map tour in ArcGIS StoryMaps
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Learn everything you need to know about ArcGIS StoryMaps map tour layouts. -
ArticleMedia layers: A treasure trove of possibilities
William Hackney
Learn how to use media layers in Map Viewer to tell unique, innovative stories with ArcGIS StoryMaps. -
CollectionCrowdsourced mapping for ArcGIS StoryMaps
Esri’s StoryMaps team
Add user-generated content to ArcGIS StoryMaps using ArcGIS Survey123. -
ArticleUsing alternative text for equitable storytelling
Laura Winegar
Learn strategies for equitable storytelling using alternative text to describe maps and complex graphics in ArcGIS StoryMaps.
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Documentation
Find information to create your next digital narrative.
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Training classes
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