Exporting KML files to be used in Google Maps or ArcGIS earth

[GeminiWolf]

We have created several polygons in ArcPro indicating the presence of wetlands in certain areas of our state. We now need to go into the field and have access to the polygons on our phones so that we can see how accurate we are in our predictions. I have tried using google earth and arcgis earth - google earth has allowed me to create a project using Drive account that we would all have access to but I can't seem to import the polygons/kmz files into the project. If I import the KMZ files directly to the map they aren't viewable from the app.

I just discovered ArcGIS earth which looks very similar - I noticed it also has a mobile app so theoretically I could create a project on my desktop and then send people into the field who would be able to then see the project on their mobile devices and take notes on the polygons.

However I am stuck again in terms of making data visible on my phone after importing it onto the desktop version. Also, if this is possible at all, would I also be able to share these polygons/points with my colleagues?

Is there a better option? I saw there is also an ArcGIS field work app but I have no idea how to set it up.

We used to just print various polygons overlayed onto aerial photos and used these to take notes in the field, and then come back and manually enter the findings,  but having a mobile interface we could all access would make things so much easier. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

Thanks all!

[YujingChang]

Hi @GeminiWolf，

ArcGIS Earth mobile supports the display of points, lines, and polygons in KMZ/KML files. This means you can utilize this app to view the wetland polygons on your mobile devices. Additionally, ArcGIS Earth provides the capability to draw points, which could be beneficial for taking notes in the field.

To make the KML/KMZ files accessible on mobile phones, you can either load the KMZ/KML files from ArcGIS Online or Enterprise or import them locally. This ensures that you have the necessary data available for fieldwork and can verify the accuracy of your predictions in real time.

 

Refer to ArcGIS Earth Documentation：

Add data to Earth - https://doc.arcgis.com/en/arcgis-earth/mobile/browse-2d-and-3d-contents.htm

Draw Points - https://doc.arcgis.com/en/arcgis-earth/mobile/collect-placemarks.htm

I hope this information points us in the right direction for achieving your goals. If you have any further questions or if there's anything else I can assist you with, please don't hesitate to let me know.