How are dynamic tables used in data driven pages?
The use of dynamic tables is not limited to map documents enabled with data driven pages, they’re useful in any map document that requires table content be updated with changes in the visible extent of the data frame.
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 use point features in data driven pages?
When using point features, if you want to use only one map scale for each page, choose the Center and Maintain Current Scale option. Then, after exiting the Setup Data Driven Pages dialog box, set the scale of the Detail Data Frame to the scale you want.
How are data driven pages defined in ArcGIS?
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. This corresponds to the current value of the attribute field set as the name field in the Setup Data Driven Pages dialog box.
Which is the only attribute table accessible through dynamic text?
The only attribute table accessible through Dynamic Text is the attribute table of your Data Driven Pages index layer. I’m assuming your Data Driven Pages map book is based off of your grid layer, and if so then you’re in luck.
Can you create a dynamic table in your map layout?
Based upon numerous requests posted on the ArcGIS Ideas site for this specific capability, I’m guessing the answer is YES! For those not aware, Esri Production Mapping’s graphic table element allows you to create dynamic, data-driven tables in your map layout.
Can you use dynamic text with data driven pages in ArcGIS?
You have probably looked at Using Dynamic Text with Data Driven Pages in the ArcGIS help files, but you may have missed the ‘Tip:’ section near the end of the page that explains this. Labels from attribute tables are dynamic. If you are looking for placing attibutes you want annotation.