create vector file with printingtools service

Question

Is there a way to create vector output (.ps file or .pdf) using the printingtools service?  The client will either be a javascript api or a runtime sdk app.  I tried specifying eps as the format, it created a .ps file, but after using ghostscript to convert it to pdf , it only had a picture in it.

If printingtools only generates pictures, is there another way to create vector output using the javascript api or runtime sdk ?

Thanks,

Sean

SeanNakasone · Answer

Thanks Tanu, I was able to create vector in the pdf, everything is clear when I zoom in.  You nailed it !!

ahoque · Answer

Sean,

Yes, you are right... the tutorial is using a map and data that similar to Esri topo base map. And the output is a vector output.

But it does not matter whether it is a dynamic or cached map service. the logic is identical... (a) you need to have your data locally accessible as FeatureClasses to your print service, (b) the printing service is an arcpy based custom printing service, (c) the arcpy code replaces map service layer with FeatureLayers before exporting to any vector format.

hope this helps clear your confusion. otherwise, pls let me know.

thanks.

SeanNakasone · Answer

Thanks for the information.  You hit the nail right on the head.

I believe we can meet that requirement as our landbase will be vector as well, and I'll make sure that all of our fonts are TTF fonts.

However, there's one thing that confuses me.  In the example link that you sent, it looks like it is showing the Topographic basemap.  That's not vector right?