Introducing the Web Editor (beta) Template
We’re excited to introduce the Web Editor (Beta) Instant Apps template — a powerful tool designed to simplify and streamline data editing workflows for both GIS professionals and non-GIS users alike.
With this template, you can create a tailored version of the Web Editor application, enabling focused, efficient editing experiences. Whether you're managing spatial data or supporting field teams, the Web Editor helps you configure the right tools for the job.
Getting Started
To use the Web Editor template, you’ll need a web map that includes at least one editable feature layer. You can access the template from the Instant Apps home page or directly within the Web Editor interface. Please consider joining the Early adopter community to provide feedback on the Web Editor template.
Configuration Options
The Web Editor template offers a wide range of customizable settings, grouped into intuitive categories:
App Details - Introduce your app and guide users with:
- Header and Title
- Introduction Window
Editing Tools - Fine-tune the editing experience by selecting which tools are available:
- Feature Editing
- Edit vertices, split, merge, move, reshape
- Copy/paste features
- Undo/redo
- Create or delete features
- Selection Tools
- Choose selectable layers
- Select by attributes
- Snapping Tools
- Define snapping layers
- Enable snapping to grid
- Show tooltips
Map Interactions - Enhance map navigation with:
- Home button
- Zoom controls
- Search functionality
Side Panel - Empower users with tools in the sidebar:
- Layer Tools
- Layer list, tables, basemap switcher, legend, bookmarks, shortcuts
- App Defaults
- Directional pad, map rotation, default units, delete confirmation prompt
Theme & Layout - Customize the look and feel:
- Light or dark mode
- Preset themes
- App logo
Tailor to Your Workflow
With these flexible configuration options, the Web Editor template can be adapted to support a wide range of editing workflows — from simple data updates to complex spatial edits.
