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How does data driven pages work in ArcGIS?
With the release of ArcGIS Desktop 10 comes the ability to create data driven pages. Data driven pages facilitate creation of multiple maps from a single layout. This means the layout only has to be created once. Referencing a layer in the map, data driven pages moves from one feature to the next, creating a new page for every feature.
Is it possible to use data driven pages for multiple?
Yes, it is [&possible&] to use Data Driven Pages for [&multiple&] data frames with different extents simultaneously. Data [&Driven&] Pages require the use of an index layer that determines the extent of the data frame for each page.
Why is the index layer called data driven pages?
The index layer contains the “data” that “drives” the creation of the pages in the series – hence the name “Data Driven Pages”. The index layer can also be used to define a number of other things that can be added to the maps, including the page name, page number, map scale, rotation angle of the data frame, and coordinate system.
How does map rotation work in data driven pages?
As Data Driven Pages iterates through each page, an appropriate map rotation is applied to the Detail Data Frame based on the values of this field. If the value is null, Data Driven Pages uses a value of 0. Map rotation moves in a counterclockwise direction. If the value is negative, the rotation is clockwise.
How is page name defined in data driven pages?
As Data Driven Pages iterates through the features in the index layer and each page is defined, the attribute value for the chosen name field is used as the page name. The page name can be displayed on the Data Driven Pages toolbar. This can also drive a dynamic text element in the layout.
How to export data driven pages to PDF?
How to export Data Driven Pages to PDF using ArcMap. Verify that Data Driven Pages are enabled and that ArcMap is in layout view. Click File > Export Map from the main menu. Navigate to where you want to save the export file. Click the Save as type arrow and click PDF. Type a file name for the export file.