Can you add a legend to a map within a Cascade story map?

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08-01-2016 05:18 AM
KatyAppleton1
Occasional Contributor II

I love the Cascade template, but the maps I use within it could do with having a visible legend. I can't see this in the options - am I missing something?

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OwenGeo
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Hi Katy,

Thanks for submitting feedback on Cascade. We have not added a legend feature yet but have it on our list to add in a future release.

When creating story maps, we do recommend trying to use very simple maps that don't require a legend or that can be easily explained in the story narrative; however, we of course realize that is not always possible.

For now, the best option is to either take a screenshot of the legend in the map viewer or create your own graphic and add that as an image to your story. This can be done as an in-line image in a sequential section or in the immersive panel if the map is in an immersive section.

Owen

Owen Evans
Lead Product Engineer | StoryMaps

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OwenGeo
Esri Notable Contributor

Hi Katy,

Thanks for submitting feedback on Cascade. We have not added a legend feature yet but have it on our list to add in a future release.

When creating story maps, we do recommend trying to use very simple maps that don't require a legend or that can be easily explained in the story narrative; however, we of course realize that is not always possible.

For now, the best option is to either take a screenshot of the legend in the map viewer or create your own graphic and add that as an image to your story. This can be done as an in-line image in a sequential section or in the immersive panel if the map is in an immersive section.

Owen

Owen Evans
Lead Product Engineer | StoryMaps
KatyAppleton1
Occasional Contributor II

Thanks Owen. My map is pretty simple, I would just like to differentiate between three different coloured symbols. A screenshot in the immersive panel is a good workaround for now.

Katy

DanPatterson_Retired
MVP Emeritus

Do the maps you are using already have a legend? This link suggests that you prepare the content prior to making the Cascade story map... otherwise I see no reference to making a legend after the fact

Story Map Cascade Tutorial | Story Maps

EDIT

too late... I will leave the link to the tutorial

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KatyAppleton1
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Thanks anyway, Dan!

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