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Three Translation Techniques

Strategically choosing what to translate can boost engagement and save on unnecessary costs. Learn how to find the right balance between translated and original content for your…

From  Michelle Thomas 13 plays

ArcGIS StoryMaps Live - September 2024 Webinar - Briefings for Education

During our ArcGIS StoryMaps Live September 2024 webinar, we showcased how to combine maps, 3D scenes, embedded content, multimedia, and more into an interactive presentation using briefings in ArcGIS…

From  Leah Jaques 4 plays

Map-based images in ArcGIS StoryMaps

One of the things that makes ArcGIS StoryMaps a unique storytelling tool is its ability to present maps as interactive narrative-drivers through features and techniques like map tours, map…

From  William Hackney 28 plays

Map choreography with bookmarks

Choreographing your maps and layers can sweep your readers up in a geographic story. But keeping those maps, their extents, and layers organized can be a challenge. Map bookmarks are one technique…

From  Michelle Thomas 30 plays

Three ways to manage your story length

How long is too long when you're crafting a story? It’s important to put yourself in your reader’s position. Watch the video to learn three quick and easy ways that you can manage…

From  Michelle Thomas 25 plays

Remove the Gray Overlay of the Story Cover in ArcGIS StoryMaps

In ArcGIS StoryMaps, a gray overlay displays over the cover image by default if the cover layout is set to Full. This video provides an alternative workflow to remove the gray overlay by changing…

From  John Baleja 7 plays

How to select stories for translation

Translating a story is an investment. Watch this video for tips that will help you select stories for translation and get the most out of your translation efforts. Learn more about connecting…

From  Michelle Thomas 17 plays

Using videos in offline briefings

The ability to take ArcGIS StoryMaps briefings offline using the briefings tablet app makes them a powerful presentation tool for situations without an Internet or data connection. In this video,…

From  William Hackney 35 plays

Creating your own custom theme

In ArcGIS StoryMaps, the theme of a story controls its colors and fonts and the appearance of buttons, quotes, and other graphic elements. You can choose to apply an existing theme to a story, or…

From  Michelle Thomas 56 plays

Give your map a media layer background

Is an empty basemap causing your story to stumble? Why not get creative and replace it with a media layer to craft an engaging map experience. Watch this short video and read the additional…

From  Michelle Thomas 86 plays

Using media attachments in briefings

Efficiency is the name of the game when it comes to ArcGIS StoryMaps briefings, but that doesn't mean you need to skimp on relevant images and videos. Learn about how to use media attachments to…

From  William Hackney 79 plays

Six ways to start your story

You have 10 to 20 seconds to gain the attention of online readers. Learn six ways to start your story in a way that engages your audience and keeps them reading. Check out the ArcGIS…

From  Michelle Thomas 175 plays

ArcGIS StoryMaps Live - May 2024 Webinar - Briefings for Government

Learn how to use briefings to create slides that captivate your audience, inform data-driven decisions, and tell your story like never before! Our May 2024 webinar features a guest presenter from a…

From  Leah Jaques 75 plays

Changing the language default

Setting your story’s default language won’t translate it but will enhance the experience for your audience. Discover why and learn how to change your story's language default by…

From  Michelle Thomas 74 plays

Creating a quick map vignette

Telling stories with maps often requires directing your audience to an area of interest. Vignettes are an effective way to create a focal point in your map. Watch this short video to learn how to…

From  Michelle Thomas 147 plays

2023 ArcGIS StoryMaps Competition Finalists

Esri and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) teamed up to host the 2023 ArcGIS StoryMaps Competition. The competition invited storytellers worldwide to create place-based…

From  Michelle Thomas 16 plays