Get started

Here's how to get started with ArcGIS Runtime API for Qt:

  1. Review system requirements
  2. Install and set up
  3. Get an access token (to access location services)
  4. Complete the Display a map tutorial

1. System requirements

Ensure your development environment meets the system requirements.

For an overview of this release, including enhancements, deprecations, and known issues, see the release notes.

2. Install and set up

ArcGIS Runtime SDK for Qt has APIs for developing desktop apps for Windows, Linux, and macOS, and mobile apps for iOS and Android. You can install the API on Windows, macOS, or Linux.

3. Get an access token

To access secure ArcGIS services and resources, you need to use an access token. The easiest way to get started is to obtain an access token from an API Key. Learn more about access tokens and authentication in Security and authentication.

Create an API key

Implement OAuth credentials

4. Tutorials

Follow step-by-step instructions to build apps that incorporate ArcGIS Runtime functionality.

Display a map

Add a point, line, and polygon

Add a feature layer

Display a web map

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Deploy your app

When you begin developing ArcGIS Runtime apps, you are accepting Esri's end user license agreement (EULA); there is no need to authorize your development machine or devices. Once you have finished building your application, you are required to obtain a license before deploying it to production. Licensing ensures that you have the necessary permissions and legal rights to distribute and use your application in a commercial or public environment. For more information, see the License and deployment topic for details.

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