topic Re: Can the map background color be changed from the client side? in ArcGIS JavaScript Maps SDK Questions

Can the map background color be changed from the client side?

TyroneLigon — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 17:25:48 GMT

I know the map's background color can be set (or changed?) on the server side; is it possible to do the same from the client side? Trying to match the background color of the map to the encompassing application's styles.

Re: Can the map background color be changed from the client side?

TyroneLigon — Wed, 26 Jun 2013 11:32:57 GMT

Did a hack as a workaround for now...created a graphics layer, added 2 polygons to cover the area above and below the North and South poles, respectively.

Would prefer a better solution if possible...

Re: Can the map background color be changed from the client side?

AdamSkoog — Wed, 26 Jun 2013 11:49:59 GMT

You could try with css. Try overriding the following style:

.map .container {     background-color: <color>; }

It worked on my app when I did it in firebug. However, you will want to set up your map symbology so it doesn't "bleed" through. The map I tested it on looked quite terrible because I have a lot of hollow filled and transparent polygons.

Re: Can the map background color be changed from the client side?

TyroneLigon — Wed, 26 Jun 2013 11:57:54 GMT

Much better solution...worked in both our intranet browsers (FF & IE8)

Re: Can the map background color be changed from the client side?

AdamSkoog — Wed, 26 Jun 2013 13:44:59 GMT

Glad I could help! 🙂