Automated search for, and opening of an ‘unknown’ map service

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January 24, 2014 22:52

A strange request, maybe but we are trying to automate the Add Layer function.  Why?  We have 600+ map services in our library and want to refine the list based on a spatial search on map service extent.  We can successfully determine which map services are applicable for a location selected on a base map, but now having identified the map service to open, we need to connect to and open the map service.

We have tried using RunExternalCommand "AddMapLayerInteractive" <map service name>, to no avail.

So we're asking how do you automate the opening of a known map service at runtime that is not configured within the Site during design?  Can this be done?  Are we missing something obvious?  Any guidance on this is appreciated.

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  Permanently deleted user

  February 04, 2014 08:09

  Hi Alan,

  I don't believe it's currently possible to add new map layers to your site through Workflow. However, you may find the following Code Gallery sample helpful - it demonstrates a custom Silverlight module that adds a few different types of services and feature layers to the map at runtime.

  -Victoria

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  Permanently deleted user

  February 05, 2014 19:12

  Victoria,

  Thanks for the reply, unfortunately the IT environment we work in prevents us from adding custom code so we're restricted to what can be achieved via Workflows.

  Alan

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