How do I share a layer in ArcGIS Pro?

How do I share a layer in ArcGIS Pro?

Create a layer package

1. Select the layers you want to package in the Contents pane.
2. On the Share tab, in the Package group, click Layer .
3. Specify where to save your package, either to your online account or as a file on disk.

How do I export layers from ArcGIS Pro?

Save a layer file

1. Select the layer you want to save as a layer file in the Contents pane.
2. On the Share tab, in the Save As group, click Layer File .
3. On the Save Layer(s) As LYRX File dialog box, type a name or accept the default name.
4. Optionally browse to a different folder location.
5. Click Save.

What is MPKX file?

mpkx files) allow you to share complete maps. A map package is a file that contains a map (. mapx) and the data referenced by its layers. Map packages also allow you to create an archive of a particular map that contains a snapshot of the current state of the data used in the map.

How to load schema only layers in ArcGIS?

When you unpack a schema-only layer package you will be prompted to create a new geodatabase or pick an existing one, and the data model for the layers will be loaded into that geodatabase. You can then load your own datasets for the layers in that geodatabase.

Can a layer be saved as a layer package in ArcGIS?

Layer packages support multiple versions of ArcGIS; therefore, consider the layers and data sources you are choosing to package to ensure they are available in previous versions of the software. Additionally, a layer can be saved as a schema-only layer package.

Can a layer file exist outside a map?

A layer can exist outside your map as a layer file (.lyr). This makes it easy for others to access the layers you’ve built. You can share layers over the network and by e-mail. When users add a layer file to their maps, it will draw exactly as it was saved as long as they can get access to the data referenced by the layer.

Why is my data not packaged in ArcGIS?

Not all data or published maps can be packaged. If the data or map cannot be packaged, a Publisher message will appear listing the published map layer or layers that cannot be packaged. If you have selected multiple maps to package and an error occurs, no maps will be packaged.