vSite Admin Portal: Initial Data Collection Setup

Overview

The Data Collection tool enables vSite AR users to create 3D elements directly within the AR environment. These new assets are immediately available to other users in both vSite AR and vSite Web, supporting collaborative field-to-office workflows.

Before configuration, ensure that Data Collection is enabled in the Team/Project settings and that a compatible datasource has been uploaded and assigned. Supported formats include:

  • Shapefiles

  • ArcGIS Feature Services

  • KML files

At least one of these datasource types must be successfully processed and linked to the appropriate Team/Project before Data Collection can be activated.

How To Enable Data Collection for a Team/Project

  1. Navigate to the Team/Project that will be using Data Collection.

  2. Open the Data Collection tab (Fig. 1).

  3. Click the Configuration button at the top right of the page.

    Fig. 1

  4. Under the Data Collection column, click the default “X”.

    • The icon will switch to a checkmark to indicate Data Collection is enabled.

  5. Set the level of access for users in this Team/Project by clicking the dropdown menu next to the datasource (Fig. 2):

    • Add – Allow creation of new assets.

    • Edit – Allow modification of existing assets.

    • Delete – Allow removal of assets.

  6. Click Save to complete the setup.

Fig. 2

Supplementary Material

  • Permissions Reminder: Carefully review access levels (Add, Edit, Delete) before enabling Data Collection, as these permissions control how users can interact with project assets.

  • Datasource Validation: If the datasource fails to process or is not properly assigned, Data Collection will not be available for the Team/Project.

  • Cross-Platform Access: Once enabled, collected assets can be viewed in both vSite AR (in-field) and vSite Web (office environment).

Additional Resources

vSite AR: Data Collection

Admin Onboarding: Adding Your Data

 

Have Questions? Feel free to Submit A Request to speak with a member of the vGIS Support Team.

Reviewed:  2025-05-29

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