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How is the compare type set in ArcGIS?
Multiple sort fields may be specified. The first field is sorted, then the second field, and so on, in ascending order. Sorting by a common field in both the Input Base Features and the Input Test Features ensures that you are comparing the same row from each input dataset. By default, the compare type is set to All (ALL in Python).
What should the compare type be in Python?
By default, the compare type is set to All (ALL in Python). This means all properties of the features being compared will be checked, including such things as spatial reference, field properties, attributes, and geometry. However, you may choose a different compare type to check only specific properties of the features being compared.
What does true mean in ArcGIS feature compare?
True indicates there is a difference. One of the first comparisons performed is a feature count. If the feature count is reported as being different and the Continue Compare parameter is True the subsequent comparison messages may not accurately reflect additional differences between the Input Base Features and Input Test Features.
Are there dialogs in ArcPy for list comprehension?
Ideally, I would like the script to work interactively and ask the user if they would like to delete the fields which vary from the list, but as far as I know there are no dialogs in arcpy. This is a perfect use for list comprehension (two times!):
How to compare attributes in a table in ArcMap?
Click the Data Source 1 Attribute drop-down arrow and choose a field to use in the comparison. Click the Data Source 2 Attribute drop-down arrow and choose a field to use in the comparison. Click the Operator drop-down arrow and choose an operator to use in the comparison.
What does the output compare file in ArcGIS do?
The Output Compare File will contain all similarities and differences between the Input Base Table and the Input Test Table. This file is a comma-delimited text file which can be viewed and used as a table in ArcGIS. For example, this table can be queried to obtain all the ObjectID values for all the rows that are different.
How to create a new field in ArcGIS?
In ArcMap, right-click the selected layer in Table Of Contents, and select Open Attribute Table. In the attribute table window, create a new field. To do this, refer to ArcGIS Desktop Help: Adding fields. In the Editor toolbar, click Editor > Start Editing.