🌍 #ArcGISEarth230Tips | Tip 41: Bring Your GIS Data to Life with AR Mode! πŸ“‘πŸ“²

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With ArcGIS Earth Mobile, you can visualize 3D GIS data in Augmented Reality (AR) Mode, allowing you to interact with spatial content in the real world! Plus, you can now record videos and capture snapshots directly within the app to share your AR experiences effortlessly.

πŸ› οΈ How to Use AR Mode in ArcGIS Earth Mobile

1️⃣ Enter AR Mode

  • Option 1: Select AR data from the ArcGIS Gallery when launching the app.
  • Option 2: Long-press or swipe left on a layer in the Table of Contents to activate AR mode.

2️⃣ Visualize & Interact with Data

  • Scan your surroundings to detect a flat surface for placing data.
  • Tap to place a KML, 3D model, or scene layer in AR.
  • Use gestures to move, scale, and rotate the 3D content for better alignment.

3️⃣ Capture & Share Your AR Experience

  • πŸ“Έ Take a Screenshot – Instantly capture a high-resolution snapshot of your AR scene.
  • πŸŽ₯ Record a Video – Use the built-in screen recording tool to capture AR animations and save them directly to your device.
  • πŸš€ One-Click Sharing – Easily share your AR visuals with colleagues, stakeholders, or social media.

πŸš€ Pro Tips

1️⃣ Use AR mode for site planning, asset visualization, and interactive presentations.

Screenshot of Sadhna, India, from ArcGIS Earth
Puran Zhang @puran