: Click on a feature template in the pane. This activates the construction tools (like the point tool or polygon sketch tool).
: If features fail to append or display, check that the destination layer has a valid spatial extent . Sometimes you must manually "hardcode" the X,Y coordinates of the bounding box to ensure the data has a place to "land". 930_7be651d8_101.151265
To prepare a feature in ArcGIS, you typically need to create a feature class and then use a feature template to digitize the actual data on your map. Creating and Preparing Features : Click on a feature template in the pane
: Use the Catalog pane to create a new feature class (point, line, or polygon) within your geodatabase. Sometimes you must manually "hardcode" the X,Y coordinates
: If clicking the map only brings up a pop-up instead of creating a point, ensure the Create Features pane is open and a template is actively selected.
: If you are using Python, you can use the MakeFeatureLayer function to create an in-memory layer from an existing dataset, which is necessary for running selection tools like Select Layer By Attribute . Troubleshooting Common Issues
: Click on the map to place your points or sketch your shapes.