[GEOMAPKEY]

 Sets the geo map key 

This command sets the geo-map key that is needed for loading online maps. It allows users to enter API keys for accessing online map services within the application. 

Supported Map Services and Notes:

  • OpenStreetMap: This service does not require an API key and is free to use.
  • Esri Maps: To use Esri Maps, users must create an API key through the ArcGIS Location Platform. The first 2 million tiles per month are free. Beyond that, usage is charged at $0.15 per 1,000 tiles. If the limit is exceeded, map display will be disabled until the “pay-as-you-go” option is enabled or additional usage is purchased. Recommendation for using Esri Maps: Each user should create their own Esri account and API key to avoid exceeding shared usage limits.
  • Bing Maps: This service is being discontinued and merged into Azure Maps, which is not supported. Existing Bing Maps licenses remain valid until June 30, 2025, after which users are advised to switch to Esri Maps or use OpenStreetMap for continued access.

For using Esri Maps or Bing Maps, you need to set keys in dialog box titled “Online Maps Support,” a dialog of the command GEOMAPKEY.


Steps to create an Esri API key:

1. Register at ArcGIS Location Platform - https://location.arcgis.com/ .


2. After logging in, create new developer credentials.


3. Select “API key credentials” and set an expiration date.


4. In the privileges section, enable:

- Basemap styles service

- Static basemap tiles


5. Skip item access options and enter a name for the key.


6. Generate the key in summery step and save it immediately, as it will not be shown again. Copy the API key. 

Once the key is created, run the Geo Map Key command and enter the key in the Esri Key field.


Steps to create an Bing Maps key:

Important note: Bing Maps are not available in the Power Path form June 30, 2025.

1. Register at Bing Maps Portal - https://www.bingmapsportal.com/ .

2. Generate the API key for Bing Maps.

Once the key is created, run the Geo Map Key command and enter the key in the Bing Maps Key field. 



Steps to create an OpenStreetMap  key:

This service does not require an API key and is free to use. And you don't need to copy any API keys in Power Path for using this online map service.


After getting the key and inserting it into dialog box the key is saved and ready for use. If user want to change to key, it is necessary to run the command again and insert different key.


 Watch video tutorial to see how the command works