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ArcGIS for Desktop Basic (ArcView)

by Esri · opens 2 file types
Windows
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DeveloperEsri
PlatformsWindows
Opens2 file types
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Last reviewed Oct 2026

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What is ArcGIS for Desktop Basic (ArcView)?

ArcGIS for Desktop Basic, formerly known as ArcView, is the entry-level tier of Esri's ArcGIS desktop GIS software suite for Windows. It allows users to view, query, and perform basic analysis on geographic data and create maps, with more advanced spatial analysis capabilities reserved for higher license tiers.

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PLATFORMSWindows

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