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Install: Install the Taper Geometric Effect
| Article ID: | 32623 |
|---|---|
| Software: | ArcGIS - ArcEditor 9.2 ArcGIS - ArcInfo 9.2 |
| Platforms: | Windows 2000, XP, 2003Server |
Requirements
Instructions provided describe how to install the taper geometric effect for use with ArcEditor or ArcInfo 9.2.
Refer to the links in Related Information below to download the Taper DLL and for instructions on how to use the Taper Geometric Effect.
ESRI hopes that you will find this sample useful and that they will contribute to your success in using ArcGIS. Please note that this sample is not supported by ESRI. This sample is provided for non-commercial purposes only. Permission to use, copy, and distribute is hereby granted, provided there is no charge or fee for such copies. THIS SAMPLE IS PROVIDED 'AS IS', WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ESRI shall not be liable for any damages under any theory of law related to Licensee's use of these samples, even if ESRI is advised of the possibility of such damage.
Refer to the links in Related Information below to download the Taper DLL and for instructions on how to use the Taper Geometric Effect.
ESRI hopes that you will find this sample useful and that they will contribute to your success in using ArcGIS. Please note that this sample is not supported by ESRI. This sample is provided for non-commercial purposes only. Permission to use, copy, and distribute is hereby granted, provided there is no charge or fee for such copies. THIS SAMPLE IS PROVIDED 'AS IS', WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ESRI shall not be liable for any damages under any theory of law related to Licensee's use of these samples, even if ESRI is advised of the possibility of such damage. Before Beginning
Close all ArcGIS Desktop applications.
Procedure
- Download Taper.dll from the Related Information below and place it in the Bin folder in the ArcGIS install folder: ..\ArcGIS\Bin.
The most common install location for ArcGIS is C:\Program Files\ArcGIS. However, it may be installed in any user specified location.
..\ArcGIS\Bin is the suggested download location for Taper.dll. However, it can be stored anywhere on the computer.
- To register the dll, click Start > Run. In the Run dialog, type in:
regsvr32 "c:\program files\arcgis\bin\taper.dll"
Change the location of dll to match your location, if required. Double quotes around the path name are required. - In the Bin folder, locate the file 'Categories.exe' and double-click it to open the Component Category Manager.
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The Component Category Manager is a registry for all ArcGIS components. Do not modify, delete or add anything to the Component Category Manager except for the steps below.
It is recommended that you backup your operating system and files, including the registry, before proceeding.
ESRI cannot guarantee results from incorrect modifications while following these instructions. Therefore, use caution and proceed at your own risk.
- Scroll down the list to the category called ESRI Representation geometric effect.
-show me- - Click the Add Object button. Navigate to the folder where the Taper.dll resides, for example, ..\ArcGIS\Bin.
- Select Taper.dll
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- Click Open and the Component Category Manager updates:
-show me- - Click Exit to close the Component Category Manager.
- The Taper Geometric Effect is now ready to use. See "How to use the Taper Geometric Effect" in Related Information below for more information.
Related Information
- Use the Taper Geometric Effect
Instructions provided describe how to add the Taper Geometric Effect to a representation rule for fill symbol layers to create polygonal symbology from linear input geometry. The fill symbol changes in width from one end of the line to the other a... - Download Taper.dll
Created: 2/6/2007
Last Modified: 11/9/2009
