Adding xUI to your Experience Builder Project

Learn how to integrate the xUI widget into your ArcGIS Experience Builder project using our step-by-step guide for seamless map search and layer management.
3/20/2026, 3:12:05 PM

Step 1: Register the Core UI Widget

  1. Log into your ArcGIS portal.

  2. Navigate to the Content tab and select New Item.

  3. Choose Application, then select Experience Builder Widget.
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  4. Enter the following manifest URL:

    https://portal3.emswebmap.com/exbwidgets/XUSearch/manifest.json

  5. Click Next, provide a title (e.g., "Core UI"), and choose a save location.

Step 2: Create Your Project

  1. Select Create App and choose Experience Builder.

  2. Select a template. The Jewelry Box template is recommended as it includes a default left-side panel.

Step 3: Deploy the Widget

  1. Clear any existing content from the left panel.

  2. Click the Insert icon (top-left) and scroll to the Custom section.

  3. Locate Core UI and drag it into the left panel.

  4. Set the widget height to Full Height in the style settings.

Step 4: Connect to Map Data

  1. On the right-hand configuration panel, find Select Map Widget.

  2. Use the dropdown to select your project's Map widget.

  3. Once connected, your map layers will automatically populate within the Core UI interface.

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