Generate Map File

Question

Hello everyone,

I would like to generate a map file (TIFF/PNG/PDF) of a anarea with certain layers showing without having to open our web map. Is there a way I generate this via the ArcAPI or SDK? We have a business process which requires a map of a defined area be attached to a document, we are tring to automate the entire process programatically.

Thank you.

Drew · Answer

One easy way is to use the 'Export Map' function in the REST API
Export Map (Operation)

A more complex way with more functionality is to use the SOAP API
ArcGIS Server SOAP SDK

Drew