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How to add layers to a group layer?
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How to change the data source of a layer?
To change the data source of a layer or a stand-alone table, open its Properties dialog box. On the Source tab, click Set Data Source and browse to the data source.
What happens when you add an object to a layer?
When you add an object, the object is automatically drawn on the layer assigned to it in the current layer key style. This process is called layer keying. You can change any part of the layer name structure using layer key overrides within the layer key style.
How does layer management work in AutoCAD Architecture?
You can be notified when new layers are added to the current drawing or one of its attached xrefs before certain tasks, such as plotting, saving, or restoring a layer state. This way you can avoid potential problems such as plotting objects that were added to the drawing by the addition of a new layer.
How can I change the properties of a group layer?
A group layer’s properties override any conflicting properties of its constituent layers. For example, a visible scale range set on a layer will be overridden by a visible scale range of the group layer. You can change the properties of any of the layers inside a group layer.
How are the layers organized in ArcGIS table of contents?
Layer lists in dialog boxes and other parts of the ArcGIS interface show which layers belong to group layers. These lists match the way the layers are organized in the table of contents. Each layer is listed with its layer icon from ArcCatalog so you can easily see what type of data each layer contains.