Provides access to layers in a layerfile (.lyr or .lyrx) and other basic layer management methods. The LayerFile class provides methods and properties that provide access to individual layers and tables contained in a layerfile. Layerfiles can contain one or more layers, tables, and group layers.
ArcGISPro uses other methods for creating layerfiles that preserve the definition queries, symbology, selections, complex labeling, and hyperlinks created for one map so these enhancements can be applied to other maps.
Creating a layerfile in ArcGISPro is a simple process. I’ve put together a short video that explains how to create layerfiles and how to load them into a map.
Map and layerfiles, while representing yet another format, do provide some significant advantages that you need to be aware of and are generally easy to use. By the end of this tutorial, you...
Select the layer or table you want to save as a layerfile in the Contents pane. On the Share tab, in the Save As group, click LayerFile . Alternatively, right-click the selected layer or table, point to the Sharing menu, and click Save As LayerFile .
A layer package (.lpkx) is a compressed file that contains map layers along with their data, symbology, layer properties, and metadata. It allows you to share complete layer configurations with others, ensuring consistent display and functionality across different projects and users.
A new XTools Pro feature is an ArcGIS Plug-in data source that allows reading ArcGISProlayerfiles (.lyrx) directly in ArcMap and adding them to the current map.
When saving a layerfile (.lyr in ArcMap and .lyrx in ArcGISPro), a file is created that stores the path to a source dataset, and the layerfile references its data source using the Data Source Options setting specified for the map document.
A layer can be saved as a layerfile (.lyrx) or saved with its data as a layer package (.lpkx) and shared with other members of your organization. To save a layerfile, on the Share tab, in the Save As group, click LayerFile .
A shapefile is stored in a set of related files and contains one feature class. A layerfile (.lyr) is a file that stores the path to a source dataset and other layer properties, including symbology.
ArcGIS Pro uses other methods for creating layer files that preserve the definition queries, symbology, selections, complex labeling, and hyperlinks created for one map so these enhancements can be applied to other maps.