Introducing ArcGIS Pro

Summary

In this tutorial, Grace from Esri walks users through the key features of ArcGIS Pro, exploring the user interface, views, panes, and tools. She demonstrates how to sign in, open projects, navigate maps, and interact with layers, including selecting and viewing attributes. The video covers how to customize map views, symbols, and basemaps, as well as manage 3D scenes. Finally, Grace shows how to edit and enhance a layout, including modifying legends for better presentation. This step-by-step guide provides a solid foundation for users to start using ArcGIS Pro efficiently.

Takeaways

• 😀 Make sure you are signed into your ArcGIS Online account when opening ArcGIS Pro.
• 😀 The ArcGIS Pro user interface consists of several key components, including the ribbon, views, and panes.
• 😀 System templates in ArcGIS Pro allow you to create projects with different views such as maps, catalog views, or scenes.
• 😀 The Contents pane shows the contents of the active view, while the Catalog pane provides access to data and items in the project.
• 😀 Use the Explore tool in the Map tab to navigate the map, pan, and zoom in/out for better view control.
• 😀 Bookmarks allow you to save and return to specific map extents or views.
• 😀 The Attribute Table displays information about features, with the ability to select and work with data from the map and table.
• 😀 The Select By Attributes tool allows you to create queries and select specific features from your map.
• 😀 You can modify map symbology and change the basemap to update the background context for the layers in your map.
• 😀 In 3D scenes, you can use the on-screen navigator to change your perspective by tilting, rotating, and zooming the scene.
• 😀 In layout views, you can modify elements like legends, change their appearance, and adjust their position in the Contents pane.

Q & A

How do you sign in to ArcGIS Pro?

To sign in to ArcGIS Pro, open the application and enter your ArcGIS organization username and password in the ArcGIS Sign In window. You can check 'Sign in automatically' to avoid signing in every time you start the application.

What are the main components of the ArcGIS Pro user interface?

The main components of the ArcGIS Pro user interface include the Quick Access Toolbar, the Ribbon with different tabs, the Views (such as maps, layouts, and 3D scenes), and the Panes (like the Contents and Catalog panes).

How can you switch between different views in ArcGIS Pro?

You can switch between views by clicking on the respective view tabs (e.g., Map, 3D Scene, or Layout) at the top of the application. Each view provides a different way to visualize and interact with your data.

What is the Explore tool in ArcGIS Pro used for?

The Explore tool in ArcGIS Pro is used to navigate around the map by panning and zooming. It also allows you to interact with map features and retrieve information about them by clicking on them.

How can you zoom in and out on the map in ArcGIS Pro?

To zoom in or out on the map in ArcGIS Pro, you can use the Fixed Zoom In and Fixed Zoom Out buttons on the Map tab. Alternatively, you can use the mouse wheel or adjust the scale box at the bottom of the view.

What is the purpose of Bookmarks in ArcGIS Pro?

Bookmarks in ArcGIS Pro are used to save specific map extents so that you can quickly return to a particular area of interest without having to manually pan and zoom again.

How can you select features in the attribute table?

In the attribute table, you can select features by clicking on the gray squares next to the rows. Holding the Shift key allows you to select multiple rows, and you can also use the 'Select by Attributes' tool to select features based on specific criteria.

What is the significance of the Contents pane in ArcGIS Pro?

The Contents pane in ArcGIS Pro shows the contents of the active view, such as layers, maps, and scenes. It allows users to manage and interact with data layers and map elements, and it can be customized to display different categories like elements or drawing order.

How do you modify the symbols of a layer in ArcGIS Pro?

To modify the symbols of a layer, select the layer in the Contents pane, then click on the Symbology button on the Ribbon. From there, you can change the symbols using predefined styles or adjust properties like color and outline width.

What steps can you follow to add a border to a layout legend in ArcGIS Pro?

To add a border to a layout legend, right-click the Legend element in the Contents pane, open its properties, go to the Legend tab, select Border, and then adjust the border color and line width. You can also modify the offset effect to adjust the legend’s positioning.