Commands that require interaction with the GUI before an action is performed.
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Error when publishing Geoprocessing tool to ArcGIS Server
I've designed a model which compares some shapefiles to other shapefiles (I want to see if the files I get are the same as the files of my template).
When I try to publish the toolbox (where the model ...
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What raster smoothing/generalization tools are available?
I have a DEM that I would like to smooth or generalize to remove topographic extremes (chop off peaks and fill-in valleys). Ideally, I would also like to have control over the radius or level of ...
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How do I activate a custom ITool from a form without having to add it to a toolbar? (ArcGIS 10 add-in development)
I'm working on an add-in for ArcMap 10.0 that adds a toolbar to ArcMap. One command (OpenModelessDialogCommand) button on that toolbar opens a modeless WinForms dialog, from which a tool (MyTool) can ...
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510 views
Conversion to Raster issue in ArcGIS 9.3.1
Trying to convert a polygon to raster in ArcGIS gives me an error... I am wondering if there is another way around to do this? I am using ArcGIS 9.3.1.
The error i am getting is number 9999 when I ...
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2answers
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Is it possible to have tool parameters appear only if clause met?
I'm writing an arcpy script for a tool that has a large number of parameters (around 10).
About half of these are "dependent" (perhaps not in the technical sense of the term), as in [first ...
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ArcPy - Can Radio buttons be added to a Script tool?
I have 3 Point shapefiles for 3 species that contains the accession points of each.
The user needs to specify only one species at a time. I need to write a script tool for adding the selected Point ...
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Difficulty in running the script
I have developed a script tool for adding a layer in the current map document.
It did not work.. The message is "Completed script addlayer...". But there were no layers added in the TOC.
Another issue ...
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1answer
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Query and display a layer using arcgis script tool
I have database which contains point shapefiles and raster files for 3 species.
My aim is to develop a script tool that should have a search tab to enter the species name.
also, a check box to select ...
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515 views
Temporal Analysis Tool: Seeking
I am looking for an alternative tool (proprietary or FOSS) that matches the functionality of Temporal Analyst for ArcGIS by DHI Software. The best I could get was the QGIS plugin Time Manager ...
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1answer
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Should Identify Tool be used in a Web application?
I was told having a Identify Tool is a bad practice in most web applications. Can anyone explain why or point me to a resource that explains why having a Identify Tool is considered bad design in a ...
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plot path of points
I have a sample of the address histories of households.
ID ZIP1 ZIP2 ZIP3
01 XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX
02 XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX
03 XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX
04 XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX
...
It's easy enough ...
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1answer
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Adding parameters to a category in a script tool
There is plenty of documentation on how to add parameters to a category in a python toolbox,
(See the bottom of ...
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1answer
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How can I manipulate the timestamps in a GPX file?
I have a GPS tracked stored in a GPX file. Now I'm looking for a tool that allows me to set the start time of the track and the duration, and the tool should automatically evenly distribute the ...
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3answers
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How can I easily detect gaps in a polyline using arcmap 10.0 (arcview license)?
I'm making routes by selecting links from a streets layer which I export as a new temporarely layer in arcmap 10. This layer which I call route_temp unfortunately can be very long and contain gaps, ...
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1answer
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Identify Tool for JS API similar to the tool in ArcGIS Desktop?
As documented in my earlier questions, I am having trouble connecting multiple ArcGIS Server services to identifyTasks. Therefore, I'm wondering if there is a tool/process or if its possible to create ...
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1answer
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ArcGis 10.0 SP5 - Drag & drop support vs tool parameter types
I got a custom Python-tool, and one of the parameters is a (multivalue) "File" type parameter, filtered on a given set of extensions.
Also, I got users requesting drag and drop; dragging files from ...
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0answers
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Making ArcObjects Java application independent of eclipse
I have a ready Java + ArcObjects application.
Inside I create, delete folders in the "bin" directory of the project.
There are two folders "input" & "output" without which the application will ...
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1answer
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Dialogue window for ground to grid tool in arcmap 10
I am using ground to grid correction tool with some success but in the window I cannot see all the print.
Is there a way to size the window? Does anyone know how to apply ground to grid correction ?
...
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1answer
265 views
How to enable GRASS-modules in QGIS?
I have the latest QuantumGIS-1.9.0-master from Github with python-modules support and full GRASS-integration (GRASS-4.6.3-RC2) on Linux.
When opening the GRASS-tools plugin, it only displays six ...
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7answers
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Generating regular sample points in a polygon
Is there a way I can generate regularly distributed sample points within a polygon using ArcGIS 10? I originally used Hawth's Tools to do this in 9.3, however I don't think this is possible in 10.
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0answers
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How to return FeatureLayer from gp service(using custom function tool) (.NET)?
My basic problem is that I have a custom function tool HLZCalulation that I created. It takes in a string to a file gdb , opens it, does some calculations, and then returns a featurelayer with the ...
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2answers
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Is there a set of standard accessibility guidelines for online maps?
Recently I've been designing maps without navigation tools like the Zoom In/Out and Pan tools, or arrows to pan north, pan west, etc.
Instead, most modern mapping APIs support the direct use of the ...
2
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0answers
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Removing FID as an option from ArcGIS Tool Validation Parameters
I am currently building a script tool which requires the user to select a sorting field from a list (built using a dependency on the featureclass). This Element is working fine, but I would like to ...
2
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0answers
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Reclassifying a field in vector files in ArcGIS
ArcGIS has a reclassify tool that works with Raster files only.
Is it possible to have the same functionality for a vector file?
On the basis of one of the fields in a feature class, the tool ...
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3answers
709 views
Best ways to embed dynamic maps into PDF files
Working in consulting, I found that sending clients PDF file with my embedded maps is one of the best ways to achieve a wow-effect from them. The latest pdf file formats all support the layers feature ...
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2answers
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Dissolve column based on attribute in another column
I have 3 columns within a polygon layer I'm working with.
Column 1 = Landowner, 3 different values
Column 2 = Parcel, N different values
Column 3 = Management type, 5 different values
I would like ...
2
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1answer
201 views
Make Feature Layer tool problems in Model Builder
I am having a slight problem with using the Make Feature Layer tool in model builder.
Basically I have a file geodatabase of points. I am trying to make a model to pull out points according to a ...
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1answer
755 views
How to create sidebar help information for custom arcgis script tools?
I have been creating custom gis tools with python via the arcpy module. I can set up the tool successfully with parameters and all, but I cannot figure out how to create help text that shows up on ...
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1answer
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Substitute for SpatialJoin tool?
I have to write a script in Arcgis which I would like to use the SpatialJoin tool (arcpy) but I do not have the appropriate extension.
It may be a tool (or example of scripts) for doing the same ...
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1answer
75 views
How to show script tool dialog from a button in ArcMap 9.3.1?
Thanks to Jason I was able to properly set up the parameters of a script tool.
I would like to get the same dialog box from the script tool to appear when used from a button in ArcMap.
I know how to ...
8
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2answers
888 views
Is there an automated/geoprocesing tool In ArcGIS to slice, clip, or cut polygons using polylines?
Looking for a simpler method here.
I am trying to split up / cut / slice existing polygons by using existing poly-lines. An example would be splitting a water body or land parcel at the point where a ...
6
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1answer
277 views
How to get full path of layer selected in drop-down box for ArcGIS Python tool
I have a Python script-based tool in ArcGIS. One of the parameters for the tool is an input raster file, which I've set (using the properties of the tool within the toolbox) to be a Raster Layer. This ...
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1answer
127 views
arcpy Tool works in debug mode but not in normal model
When I try to run the following simple script from arcmap it fails but when run using right--click debug and then F9 (debug) in python scripter it works fine. I don't understand why???
# Modified ...
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1answer
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Calling a custom tool from Python script
I have a script based gp tool published on web (via Flex App). The script goes to many different mxds to write a report.
Then I created another model to do some geoprocessing in a different toolbox ...
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1answer
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How to access existing graphs in arcGIS 10
I am trying to access an existing graph in arcGIS version 10. The student workbook I am using was written for version 9.3. Version 10 does not have "tools" option in the toolbar. The instructions ...
2
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1answer
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Clipping from a given point
I am working with model-builder and I am trying to clip an area around a certain point. Is there a tool that I can use in which I can assign it a certain distance from the point. For instance, if I ...
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1answer
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polygonize and raster tools [closed]
ok simplest question i have asked i think. but im a running QGIS 1.7.4 and there are no other tools in the dropdown menu other than raster calculator. I have seen in a lot of online demos tools below ...
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0answers
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Why would an ArcGIS 10 Python custom tool fail without throwing a “failed to execute” or “completed script” message at the end?
I have written a custom tool in Python for ArcGIS that converts in batch SHP files to GML files. It processes one file at a time in a folder, file, or ZIP file and then moves on to the next. If the ...
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1answer
176 views
How to fill Field Mappings parameter in script tool on updateParameters?
My goal is to get a list of fields choosen by an user from existing fields in feature class.
I think that I can show all fields in Field Mappings dialog, an user deletes unwanted fields and I get a ...
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1answer
107 views
Tools for discovering spatial data defects
Spatial data often have defects that may include incomplete polygons, sleathers (non-uniform administrative boundaries), overlaps, having points that belong to more than one polygon, etc. I have a ...
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1answer
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I need help to find out more information about Topology Errors toolbox or Extension?
I need someone out there who can answer my question. I do not remember if I add this Topology Editor Extension or toolbox to my ArcMap. I would like to know more about this toolbox. Thanks. (Changed ...
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2answers
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How to determine elevation drop along a stream with ArcGIS?
I need to calculate(estimate) hydraulic head(elevation drop) along a single river stream in order to find potential site for small hydropower plant.
I have a DEM with 20m resolution and raster and ...
2
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0answers
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Why does a tool not call its constructor or OnActivate() method?
I'm working on an add-in for ArcMap 10.0 in .Net version 3.5. It was finely added in arcgis desktop 10.0 as addin tool and working finely. I added some code in the addin project and build that ...
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0answers
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VBA to ActiveX tool
I have several scripts that I create UIcontronButton from, but I really want to create a dll from the scripts so I dont have to copy paste scripts on every computer.
How do I create arcmap tool dll?
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1answer
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How do I keep streaming on in ArcMap when switching tools?
I have this problem constantly, because I digitize for work. No one there has figured this out and I was wondering if someone can tell me how to do this, because I'm tired of constantly hitting F8 and ...
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2answers
488 views
How to create custom Identify tool for ArcMap 10 and ArcExplorer
I need to create an identify tool that will return text attributes arranged in a graphical form. The scenario is there are text attributes for signs and they need to be displayed just like they would ...
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3answers
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gvSIG advantages
Direct comparison between software may not be the best thing to do but as I can't arrive at a conclusion thought of asking here. Is there any gvSIG user in this GIS community? Looking at the ...
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3answers
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Longitudinal Issues with NetCDF data
I am seeking advice on working with world data sets where the GCS has a positive range (0 degrees to 360 degrees). The data I am working with are NetCDF oceanographic data and have positive coordinate ...
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0answers
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How to calculate Solar Radiation falling on vertical surfaces using DEMs and ArcGIS?
I am using ArcGIS10 Area Solar Radiation tool to calculate irradiation on horizontal surfaces (building roofs) but need to do the same for vertical surfaces (building facades). Any ideas on how to do ...
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1answer
352 views
Change Measure Tool units through ArcObjects
I'm activating the measure tool through code by using the ControlsMapMeasureToolClass.
I want programmmatically to change the default length units of tool.
How do do that?
