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Version 10

• XML Schema of the Geodatabase 10.0
  01-19-2012
  This document describes the XML schema for the geodatabase. Basic concepts of XML schema are discussed, followed by the different XML document types that can be generated. This document also discusses some of the geodatabase XML types.
• Using ArcGIS® Data Reviewer to Inspect ArcFM™ Feeder Manager Circuits
  07-18-2011
  In this paper, we will highlight some of the key functionalities in ArcGIS Data Reviewer, then discuss ArcFM Feeder Manager and outline how you can use both to efficiently inspect electric circuits.
• Esri Data & Maps 10
  12-03-2010
  This white paper describes the Esri Data & Maps data sets, StreetMap North America, and the map documents (.mxd). The paper covers what is new and updated, the help systems, metadata, group layers (.lyr), Smart Data Compression (SDC) format, and the Data Distribution Application (DDA). The paper lists the geographies, layout of the disc, and media delivery options. Note: The SDC data sets will work with past software versions that support the SDC format.

Version 9.3.1

• Compressing ArcSDE Geodatabases That Contain Replicas -Best Practices
  03-23-2010
  This document describes several best practices for handling system versions when compressing an ArcSDE geodatabase that contains replicas.

Version 9.3

• XML Schema of the Geodatabase
  01-19-2012
  This document describes the XML schema for the geodatabase. Basic concepts of XML schema are discussed, followed by the different XML document types that can be generated. This document also discusses some of the geodatabase XML types.
• Compressing ArcSDE Geodatabases That Contain Replicas -Best Practices
  03-23-2010
  This document describes several best practices for handling system versions when compressing an ArcSDE geodatabase that contains replicas.
• ESRI Data & Maps 9.3
  10-01-2008
  This white paper provides information on the ESRI Data & Maps 9.3 data media kit.
• ArcGIS 9.3 Enterprise Deployment
  07-16-2008
  This technical paper discusses the enterprise deployment of ArcGIS 9.3 setups using Microsoft® Systems Management Server (SMS) and Group Policy, including additional system requirements, suggestions, known issues, and Microsoft Software Installation (MSI) command line parameters. Deployment in a lockdown environment is also covered.

Version 9.2

• XML Schema of the Geodatabase
  01-19-2012
  This document describes the XML schema for the geodatabase. Basic concepts of XML schema are discussed, followed by the different XML document types that can be generated. This document also discusses some of the geodatabase XML types.
• Compressing ArcSDE Geodatabases That Contain Replicas -Best Practices
  03-23-2010
  This document describes several best practices for handling system versions when compressing an ArcSDE geodatabase that contains replicas.
• Deploying Managed ArcGIS 9.2 Setups
  04-29-2008
  This technical paper discusses the deployment of ArcGIS 9.2 setups using Microsoft® Systems Management Server (SMS) and Group Policy, including additional system requirements, suggestions, known issues, and Microsoft Software Installation (MSI) command line parameters. Deployment in a lockdown environment is also covered.
• ArcGIS 9.2 Geoprocessing Tools
  06-18-2007
  This document lists all the core geoprocessing tools that are shipped with ArcGIS Desktop and indicates the availability of tools at each license level ArcInfo, ArcEditor, and ArcView.
• Understanding Coordinate Management in the Geodatabase
  06-07-2007
  This white paper is for users who want a more comprehensive understanding of how feature coordinates are managed within the geodatabase. It discusses the properties of a spatial reference, feature coordinate storage in the geodatabase, high precision vs. low precision spatial references, and data migration strategies between the two types of spatial references.
• ESRI Data & Maps 2006
  05-25-2007
  This white paper provides information on the ESRI Data & Maps 2006 data bundle. This paper covers the data sets, the updated data sets, map documents (MXDs), StreetMap USA, completely updated metadata, and added layer metadata. Please note, the data will work with any version of the software that supports SDC format data sets (ArcGIS 9.0 and up), while the map documents (.mxd) only work with 9.2.
• What's New in ArcGIS 9.2 - full guide
  03-19-2007
  This 250 page white paper is a full guide to the new features and capabilities introduced in the ArcGIS 9.2 release.
• Be More Productive with ArcGIS: ArcMap
  01-26-2007
  This 56-page booklet by Colin Childs and Keith Mann of ESRI Educational Services Department highlights 11 useful tips and tricks that will make you more productive when editing in ArcMap. It is reprinted from the July–September 2006 issue of ArcUser magazine.
• ArcGIS Desktop 9.2 Functionality Matrix
  12-19-2006
  This brochure compares the benefits of ArcReader, ArcView, ArcEditor, and ArcInfo. It folds out into a poster.
• System Design Strategies
  12-08-2006
  System architecture design is a process developed by ESRI to promote successful GIS implementations. The purpose of this document is to share a system design strategy that promotes successful selection of geographic information system (GIS) enterprise architecture solutions. Guidelines include appropriate rationale and logic to deploy and support a system that will satisfy initial performance needs for most of our customers.
• What's New In ArcGIS 9.2
  10-26-2006
  This brochure offers a brief overview of 9.2 extension updates, new tools, and enhancements.
• Printing with ArcGIS Desktop Software Hosted on Windows Terminal Server/Citrix
  10-09-2006
  Windows Terminal Server (WTS)/Citrix geographic information system (GIS) implementations are becoming more common as organizations consolidate application and database servers and other resources into central data centers. Moving the GIS infrastructure to a data center can offer a number of advantages. This white page discusses this in detail.

Version 9.1

• ESRI Data & Maps 2006
  05-25-2007
  This white paper provides information on the ESRI Data & Maps 2006 data bundle. This paper covers the data sets, the updated data sets, map documents (MXDs), StreetMap USA, completely updated metadata, and added layer metadata. Please note, the data will work with any version of the software that supports SDC format data sets (ArcGIS 9.0 and up), while the map documents (.mxd) only work with 9.2.
• System Design Strategies
  12-08-2006
  System architecture design is a process developed by ESRI to promote successful GIS implementations. The purpose of this document is to share a system design strategy that promotes successful selection of geographic information system (GIS) enterprise architecture solutions. Guidelines include appropriate rationale and logic to deploy and support a system that will satisfy initial performance needs for most of our customers.
• Printing with ArcGIS Desktop Software Hosted on Windows Terminal Server/Citrix
  10-09-2006
  Windows Terminal Server (WTS)/Citrix geographic information system (GIS) implementations are becoming more common as organizations consolidate application and database servers and other resources into central data centers. Moving the GIS infrastructure to a data center can offer a number of advantages. This white page discusses this in detail.
• ArcGIS 9.1 Desktop Functionality Matrix
  07-03-2006
  This brochure compares the benefits of ArcReader, ArcView, ArcEditor, and ArcInfo. It folds out into a poster.
• Working with a Mixed ArcGIS Version Environment (ArcGIS 8.3, 9, 9.1)
  01-20-2006
  This paper discusses issues when a server is upgraded but clients are not, specifically with the following configurations: - ArcGIS 8.3 geodatabase with ArcGIS 8.3 and 9 clients - ArcGIS 9 geodatabase with ArcGIS 9 and 9.1 clients
• Raster Data in ArcSDE 9.1
  09-10-2005
  This document is intended to support the use of raster data in ArcSDE by highlighting the basic concepts, user experience, and product overview for the support of raster data in ArcSDE. The document explains how ArcSDE provides efficient storage and retrieval of raster data in a client/server environment.
• Deploying Managed ArcGIS 9 Setups
  06-17-2005
  This technical paper discusses the deployment of ArcGIS 9.0 and ArcGIS 9.1 set-ups using Microsoft® Systems Management Server (SMS) and Group Policy, including additional system requirements, suggestions, known issues, and Microsoft Software Installation (MSI) command line parameters. Deployment in a lockdown environment is also covered.
• Incremental Posting with Versioned Data
  06-16-2005
  This technical paper discusses four potential solutions to incrementally posting design versions. With designs often being comprised of many phases an incremental posting strategy may be needed to post individual phases as they complete. The ZIP file contains the white paper (in PDF format) and the sample tools to demonstrate one of the four potential solutions referenced in the paper.
• Managing a Raster Database
  05-26-2005
  This document guides you through the setup, maintenance and backup of a raster database. These management tasks are presented using a case study approach employing scenarios to illustrate the challenges faced by a GIS team. Each scenario describes a problem to solve, the logistics involved, and the choices made by various GIS team members. The ZIP file contains the white paper (in PDF format) and the sample scripts which are referenced in the paper. UPDATED 5/26/05
• Vector and Raster Methods for Creating Coastal Vignettes
  03-15-2005
  One way cartographers represent the land-water interface on a map is by using coastal vignettes that symbolize the water from the shoreline towards open water. This can be achieved using lines parallel to the shoreline, random dots in a stipple pattern, or the gradation of color. This paper shows two different methods for creating coastal vignettes based on gradation in color: buffers for a vector approach and Euclidean distance for a raster approach.
• ArcGIS 3D Analyst: Animation Customization
  11-30-2004
  Animations are an effective way to illustrate complex ideas and concepts. The purpose of this document is to explain how to create simple and complex animations using ESRI ArcObjects in ArcScene and ArcGlobe. It discusses the basic functionality and architecture of the animation objects, the different types of animations supported, and the creation of custom animation types. Also, the document discusses how to control animations and export them to the supported file formats.
• ArcGIS CAD Translation in Geoprocessing
  10-18-2004
  This document is intended to provide an overview of computer-aided design (CAD) translation within ESRI ArcGIS 9 geoprocessing (GP). Included is a discussion of the tools and various common translation scenarios along with suggested strategies for completing those tasks. This document should convey the philosophy behind the CAD translation tools and the techniques, suggested methods, and level of effort required to perform your own translation tasks.

Version 9.0

• XML Schema of the Geodatabase
  01-19-2012
  This document describes the XML schema for the geodatabase. Basic concepts of XML schema are discussed, followed by the different XML document types that can be generated. This document also discusses some of the geodatabase XML types.
• ESRI Data & Maps 2006
  05-25-2007
  This white paper provides information on the ESRI Data & Maps 2006 data bundle. This paper covers the data sets, the updated data sets, map documents (MXDs), StreetMap USA, completely updated metadata, and added layer metadata. Please note, the data will work with any version of the software that supports SDC format data sets (ArcGIS 9.0 and up), while the map documents (.mxd) only work with 9.2.
• Printing with ArcGIS Desktop Software Hosted on Windows Terminal Server/Citrix
  10-09-2006
  Windows Terminal Server (WTS)/Citrix geographic information system (GIS) implementations are becoming more common as organizations consolidate application and database servers and other resources into central data centers. Moving the GIS infrastructure to a data center can offer a number of advantages. This white page discusses this in detail.
• Quick Guide to the Hazards U.S. Multi-Hazard Software (HAZUS-MH MR1)
  07-10-2006
  This 11-page quick reference guide describes the Hazards U.S. Multi-Hazard (HAZUS-MH) software and its use in Earthquake, Hurricane Winds, and Floods Loss estimations.
• Working with a Mixed ArcGIS Version Environment (ArcGIS 8.3, 9, 9.1)
  01-20-2006
  This paper discusses issues when a server is upgraded but clients are not, specifically with the following configurations: - ArcGIS 8.3 geodatabase with ArcGIS 8.3 and 9 clients - ArcGIS 9 geodatabase with ArcGIS 9 and 9.1 clients
• Deploying Managed ArcGIS 9 Setups
  06-17-2005
  This technical paper discusses the deployment of ArcGIS 9.0 and ArcGIS 9.1 set-ups using Microsoft® Systems Management Server (SMS) and Group Policy, including additional system requirements, suggestions, known issues, and Microsoft Software Installation (MSI) command line parameters. Deployment in a lockdown environment is also covered.
• Incremental Posting with Versioned Data
  06-16-2005
  This technical paper discusses four potential solutions to incrementally posting design versions. With designs often being comprised of many phases an incremental posting strategy may be needed to post individual phases as they complete. The ZIP file contains the white paper (in PDF format) and the sample tools to demonstrate one of the four potential solutions referenced in the paper.
• Managing a Raster Database
  05-26-2005
  This document guides you through the setup, maintenance and backup of a raster database. These management tasks are presented using a case study approach employing scenarios to illustrate the challenges faced by a GIS team. Each scenario describes a problem to solve, the logistics involved, and the choices made by various GIS team members. The ZIP file contains the white paper (in PDF format) and the sample scripts which are referenced in the paper. UPDATED 5/26/05
• Vector and Raster Methods for Creating Coastal Vignettes
  03-15-2005
  One way cartographers represent the land-water interface on a map is by using coastal vignettes that symbolize the water from the shoreline towards open water. This can be achieved using lines parallel to the shoreline, random dots in a stipple pattern, or the gradation of color. This paper shows two different methods for creating coastal vignettes based on gradation in color: buffers for a vector approach and Euclidean distance for a raster approach.
• What is ArcGIS? (9.x version)
  01-25-2005
  This document is intended to help you understand the various parts of ArcGIS and the role each part plays in a GIS.
• ArcGIS 3D Analyst: Animation Customization
  11-30-2004
  Animations are an effective way to illustrate complex ideas and concepts. The purpose of this document is to explain how to create simple and complex animations using ESRI ArcObjects in ArcScene and ArcGlobe. It discusses the basic functionality and architecture of the animation objects, the different types of animations supported, and the creation of custom animation types. Also, the document discusses how to control animations and export them to the supported file formats.
• Tips for Designing Interactive ArcGlobe Documents
  11-01-2004
  Designing Interactive ArcGlobe Documents whitepaper outlines best practices and recommended usage in building interactive ArcGlobe documents, ArcGIS 3D Analysts' newest addition at version 9.0 for 3D visualization of multiresolution global data. It discusses data preparation guidelines, including usage for handling large and small datasets, display optimization techniques, hardware and graphics card settings options and general tips and guidelines to achieve maximum usability will be suggested.
• ArcGIS CAD Translation in Geoprocessing
  10-18-2004
  This document is intended to provide an overview of computer-aided design (CAD) translation within ESRI ArcGIS 9 geoprocessing (GP). Included is a discussion of the tools and various common translation scenarios along with suggested strategies for completing those tasks. This document should convey the philosophy behind the CAD translation tools and the techniques, suggested methods, and level of effort required to perform your own translation tasks.
• Upgrading Geodatabase Raster Data From ArcGIS 8.3 to ArcGIS 9
  09-24-2004
  The document outlines the paths for upgrading geodatabase raster data from ArcGIS 8.3 to ArcGIS 9. It covers raster dataset, embedded raster catalog, and referenced raster catalog. In most cases, reloading the data to ArcSDE is not required when upgrading from ArcGIS 8.3 to ArcGIS 9.
• System Design Strategies 2004
  09-21-2004
  The purpose of this updated document is to share a system design strategy that promotes successful selection of GIS hardware solutions. Guidelines include appropriate rationale and logic to support a system that will satisfy initial performance needs for most of our customers. Once the initial implementation is operational, the system environment can be further adjusted to fit specific user needs. This version of this document includes strategies for the version 9 products.
• ArcGIS Licensing Concepts and Strategies (9.0)
  06-29-2004
  This document explains ESRI product licensing in detail and provides you with some strategic options for implementation. Its primary focus is on the licensing schemes used in ArcGIS 9, with a discussion of 8.x and update procedures. Products covered are Concurrent Use ArcGIS Desktop (ArcInfo, ArcEditor, and ArcView), ArcInfo Workstation, ArcView and ArcEditor Single Use, ArcIMS, ArcSDE, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Engine Developer Kit, and ArcGIS Engine Runtime.
• ESRI Cartography: Capabilities and Trends
  06-04-2004
  This document gives an overview of the cartographic product capabilities of ESRI ArcGIS software and highlights how the products are being enhanced to provide the world's leading solution for database driven map publishing
• Working with the Geodatabase Using SQL (PDF)
  04-20-2004
  This paper describes how to use SQL and multiversioned views to work with the data in a geodatabase.
• Versioning
  04-20-2004 - DRAFT
  This paper describes how versioning is implemented in an enterprise geodatabase to support multiple, concurrent database editors.
• Versioning Workflows
  04-20-2004
  This paper describes how geodatabase versioning can support a number of organizational workflow processes and some of the issues involved.
• ArcGIS 9 Projection Documentation
  04-20-2004
  These documents contain information about the coordinate systems and geographic transformations supported in ArcGIS version 9.0. The coordinate system files contain areas of interest, and details on the definitions. The geographic transformation file includes the method and parameters as well as the areas of interest.
• Introducing ArcScan for ArcGIS
  11-18-2003
  ArcScan for ArcGIS, the raster-to-vector conversion extension to ArcInfo, ArcEditor, and ArcView, allows you to scan images of vector maps and convert them into vector-based feature layers such as shapefiles and geodatabase feature classes. This paper introduces the basics of ArcScan.
• Modeling Active Database-Driven Cartography
  11-17-2003
  This paper outlines an approach for using the data management structures and conventions that are available in most database management systems (DBMS) to manage and use cartographic information.
• Creating Compatible CAD Data for ArcGIS
  10-13-2003
  The purpose of this technical document is to provide CAD and/or GIS managers with guidelines for building CAD data that is easily used as GIS content.
• ArcGIS and Printing: An Introduction To The Concepts Used When Printing From ArcGIS
  09-17-2003
  This technical paper describes the general concepts involved in printing and how those concepts interrelate with ArcGIS. An understanding of these topics provides the ArcGIS user with a better comprehension of the printing process and that knowledge can assist in ensuring printing success.

Version 8.3

• Implementing ArcGIS Schematics for Utilities and Transportation
  05-19-2006
  This whitepaper discusses key implementation steps to ensure a successful deployment of ArcGIS Schematics for utilities and transportation clients.
• Working with a Mixed ArcGIS Version Environment (ArcGIS 8.3, 9, 9.1)
  01-20-2006
  This paper discusses issues when a server is upgraded but clients are not, specifically with the following configurations: - ArcGIS 8.3 geodatabase with ArcGIS 8.3 and 9 clients - ArcGIS 9 geodatabase with ArcGIS 9 and 9.1 clients
• ArcGIS Schematics: Automatic Schematic Generation for ArcGIS
  08-23-2005
  ArcGIS Schematics is an ArcGIS extension that enables users to automatically generate, visualize, and manipulate schemas and diagrams from network data. This white paper provdes details about ArcGIS Schematics.
• Incremental Posting with Versioned Data
  06-16-2005
  This technical paper discusses four potential solutions to incrementally posting design versions. With designs often being comprised of many phases an incremental posting strategy may be needed to post individual phases as they complete. The ZIP file contains the white paper (in PDF format) and the sample tools to demonstrate one of the four potential solutions referenced in the paper.
• System Design Strategies 2003
  04-26-2004
  The purpose of this updated document is to share a system design strategy that promotes successful selection of GIS hardware solutions. Guidelines include appropriate rationale and logic to support a system that will satisfy initial performance needs for most of our customers. Once the initial implementation is operational, the system environment can be further adjusted to fit specific user needs. This version of this document includes strategies for ArcGIS 8.3, ArcSDE 8.3, and ArcIMS 4.
• Projection Engine: Supported Coordinate Systems and Geographic Transformations
  04-20-2004
  This document contains information about the coordinate systems and geographic (datum) transformations supported in ArcGIS 8.1.2. The tables include supported units of measure, spheroids, datums, and prime meridians. The supported map projections and their parameters are listed in one table. The geographic and projected coordinate system areas of interest are available. The geographic transformation tables include the method and parameters as well as the areas of interest.
• Introducing ArcScan for ArcGIS
  11-18-2003
  ArcScan for ArcGIS, the raster-to-vector conversion extension to ArcInfo, ArcEditor, and ArcView, allows you to scan images of vector maps and convert them into vector-based feature layers such as shapefiles and geodatabase feature classes. This paper introduces the basics of ArcScan.
• Modeling Active Database-Driven Cartography
  11-17-2003
  This paper outlines an approach for using the data management structures and conventions that are available in most database management systems (DBMS) to manage and use cartographic information.
• Tips and Tricks for Using ArcGIS 8.3
  10-15-2003
  This resource was developed from ideas gathered from ESRI software training instructors in Redlands, California and at ESRI regional offices. Its intended audience is educators and their students.
• Creating Compatible CAD Data for ArcGIS
  10-13-2003
  The purpose of this technical document is to provide CAD and/or GIS managers with guidelines for building CAD data that is easily used as GIS content.
• ArcGIS and Printing: An Introduction To The Concepts Used When Printing From ArcGIS
  09-17-2003
  This technical paper describes the general concepts involved in printing and how those concepts interrelate with ArcGIS. An understanding of these topics provides the ArcGIS user with a better comprehension of the printing process and that knowledge can assist in ensuring printing success.
• Using CAD in ArcGIS
  06-18-2003
  This technical paper discusses computer-aided design (CAD) technology in ArcGIS and how it can be used for editing and bidirectional interchange of CAD and GIS data. It also includes an overview of CAD-related technology in ArcGIS and describes the functionality needed for various users and their common tasks.
• Building a Robust Relational Implementation of Topology
  05-30-2003
  This paper discusses the problem of building a robust and scalable relational implementation of a topologically structured data model.
• Bentley/ESRI AEC-GIS Interoperability
  05-30-2003
  Despite the obvious practical need to share information, it is difficult to share digital content between planners and Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) professionals. The purpose of this white paper is to describe the high level approach to integrating the AEC content created and managed with the Bentley solution and the GIS information created and managed by the ESRI solution.
• ESRI Data & Maps 2003
  05-15-2003
  This paper discusses ESRI Data & Maps data bundle which has been updated for 2003 and has a metadata file that provides content, quality, condition, and other characteristics of the data set.
• Working with Geodatabase Topology
  05-15-2003
  This white paper discusses the definition of topology as it applies to maintaining data within ArcGIS, how topology works within a geodatabase, and how to incorporate topology in your workflow.
• Linear Referencing in ArcGIS: Practical Considerations for the Development of an Enterprisewide GIS
  04-28-2003
  This technical paper describes the ArcGIS solution for addressing key technical linear referencing issues, thereby providing a strong platform for a multipurpose enterprisewide GIS capable of handling any organization's work flow.
• An ArcGIS Address Data Model for the City of Calgary
  04-18-2003
  This technical paper describes an address data model for the city of Calgary, Alberta, Canada; the concepts presented, however, are generally applicable wherever a similar system for addressing is employed. An overview of the city's address management requirements and a conceptual, logical, and physical model are described.
• ESRI Profile of the Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata
  04-17-2003
  This document describes the metadata elements that ESRI has added to the Federal Geographic Data Committee's (FGDC) Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata. These elements let ArcCatalog maintain metadata automatically, and provide more complete documentation for datasets particularly for objects stored in geodatabases.
• Spatial Data Standards and GIS Interoperability
  04-07-2003
  This white paper discusses the value of being "open," the evolution of spatial standards with the development of new technologies, including the future of Web Services, and provides an overview of where ESRI is concentrating its efforts with regards to interoperability.
• What is ArcGIS? (Spanish Version)
  04-07-2003
  This document is intended to help you understand the various parts of ArcGIS and the role each part plays in a GIS.
• Migrating from ArcInfo Workstation
  04-03-2003
  This document is intended to help you understand the various parts of ArcGIS and the role each part plays in a GIS.
• Implementing a Metadata Catalog Portal in a GIS Network
  04-03-2003
  This technical paper presents a framework for building open, interoperable GIS catalog portals and discusses the capabilities of ArcGIS and how these tools can be used in the critical aspects of building, serving, and using GIS catalogs in an SDI.

Version 8.2

• Implementing ArcGIS Schematics for Utilities and Transportation
  05-19-2006
  This whitepaper discusses key implementation steps to ensure a successful deployment of ArcGIS Schematics for utilities and transportation clients.
• Projection Engine: Supported Coordinate Systems and Geographic Transformations
  04-20-2004
  This document contains information about the coordinate systems and geographic (datum) transformations supported in ArcGIS 8.1.2. The tables include supported units of measure, spheroids, datums, and prime meridians. The supported map projections and their parameters are listed in one table. The geographic and projected coordinate system areas of interest are available. The geographic transformation tables include the method and parameters as well as the areas of interest.
• ArcGIS and Printing: An Introduction To The Concepts Used When Printing From ArcGIS
  09-17-2003
  This technical paper describes the general concepts involved in printing and how those concepts interrelate with ArcGIS. An understanding of these topics provides the ArcGIS user with a better comprehension of the printing process and that knowledge can assist in ensuring printing success.
• Guide to Editing Coverages Using ArcMap
  06-17-2003
  Editing coverages with ArcMap software is different than editing coverages in past releases of ArcInfo software.This white paper helps ArcMap users learn this new system and supplements the documentation shipped with ArcInfo 8.
• Metadata and GIS
  04-03-2003
  ESRI is committed to supporting metadata standards such as those from the FGDC and International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Support for these standards is included with ESRI GIS software. This white paper provides detailed information on how ESRI supports metadata standards.
• Feature Coding Standards and Geodatabase Design
  04-03-2003
  This technical paper discusses the geodatabase data model for feature coding systems and focuses in on a case study using the DIGEST coding standard as an example. In addition, a sample ArcGIS extension and database are described that implement such a geodatabase design.
• Understanding Dynamic Segmentation: Working with Events in ArcGIS 8.2
  04-03-2003
  This ArcUser article from the October - December 2002 issue describes dynamic segmentation and explains adding, editing, and locating errors in events.
• Advanced Animation in ArcScene
  06-18-2002
  This document provides hints and examples for ArcScene users to develop advanced animations, making use of functionality that is accessible from the graphical user interface but is not described extensively in the basic documentation. The animation functionality of ArcScene allows users to create complex dynamic effects in the 3D scenes, going much farther than a simple flyby or layer group sequence. To achieve these elaborate effects, multiple tracks can be combined with different ac
• Modeling and Using History in ArcGIS
  05-28-2002
  This technical paper will review some historical concepts and outline how history is modeled and managed in a geodatabase.
• What is G.net?
  03-15-2002
  Read how ESRI users can build distributed GIS on the Internet, collaborate and share geographic information and services with other users, participate in a Spatial Data Infrastructure, and interoperate with other users regardless of their chosen GIS technology.

Version 8.1.2

• System Design Strategies 2002
  04-26-2004
  The purpose of this updated document is to share a system design strategy that promotes successful selection of GIS hardware solutions. Guidelines include appropriate rationale and logic to support a system that will satisfy initial performance needs for most of our customers. Once the initial implementation is operational, the system environment can be further adjusted to fit specific user needs. This version of this document includes strategies for ArcGIS 8.1.2, ArcSDE 8.1.2, and ArcIMS 4.
• Projection Engine: Supported Coordinate Systems and Geographic Transformations
  04-20-2004
  This document contains information about the coordinate systems and geographic (datum) transformations supported in ArcGIS 8.1.2. The tables include supported units of measure, spheroids, datums, and prime meridians. The supported map projections and their parameters are listed in one table. The geographic and projected coordinate system areas of interest are available. The geographic transformation tables include the method and parameters as well as the areas of interest.
• ArcGIS and Printing: An Introduction To The Concepts Used When Printing From ArcGIS
  09-17-2003
  This technical paper describes the general concepts involved in printing and how those concepts interrelate with ArcGIS. An understanding of these topics provides the ArcGIS user with a better comprehension of the printing process and that knowledge can assist in ensuring printing success.
• Guide to Editing Coverages Using ArcMap
  06-17-2003
  Editing coverages with ArcMap software is different than editing coverages in past releases of ArcInfo software.This white paper helps ArcMap users learn this new system and supplements the documentation shipped with ArcInfo 8.
• Supported Devices Guide for ArcGIS 8.1
  04-17-2003
  This guide provides information on supported devices such as graphics adapters, X terminals, printers and digitizers for ArcGIS 8.1 and ArcView 3.2.
• Working with the Geodatabase: Powerful Multiuser Editing and Sophisticated Data Integrity
  03-06-2002
  This paper explores fundamental concepts of the geodatabase and discusses the application of geodatabases in multiuser environments.
• More Efficient Route Planning for Cleaner Air
  02-05-2002
  This article gives an idea how ArcLogistic Route can be used to plan more effecient route for cleaner air and thereby cut back on miles traveled to reduce vehicle emissions.

Version 8.1.1

• ArcGIS and Printing: An Introduction To The Concepts Used When Printing From ArcGIS
  09-17-2003
  This technical paper describes the general concepts involved in printing and how those concepts interrelate with ArcGIS. An understanding of these topics provides the ArcGIS user with a better comprehension of the printing process and that knowledge can assist in ensuring printing success.
• Guide to Editing Coverages Using ArcMap
  06-17-2003
  Editing coverages with ArcMap software is different than editing coverages in past releases of ArcInfo software.This white paper helps ArcMap users learn this new system and supplements the documentation shipped with ArcInfo 8.

Version 8.1

• ArcGIS and Printing: An Introduction To The Concepts Used When Printing From ArcGIS
  09-17-2003
  This technical paper describes the general concepts involved in printing and how those concepts interrelate with ArcGIS. An understanding of these topics provides the ArcGIS user with a better comprehension of the printing process and that knowledge can assist in ensuring printing success.
• Guide to Editing Coverages Using ArcMap
  06-17-2003
  Editing coverages with ArcMap software is different than editing coverages in past releases of ArcInfo software.This white paper helps ArcMap users learn this new system and supplements the documentation shipped with ArcInfo 8.
• Understanding Threading in ArcInfo 8
  04-18-2003
  This document is primarily intended for C++ programmers; threading, as it specifically applies to Visual Basic, will not be discussed. The reader is assumed to have some experience in Windows and Component Object Model (COM)programming and at least a basic understanding of threading concepts.
• Supported Devices Guide for ArcGIS 8.1
  04-17-2003
  This guide provides information on supported devices such as graphics adapters, X terminals, printers and digitizers for ArcGIS 8.1 and ArcView 3.2.
• Creating a Custom Metadata Synchronizer
  04-03-2003
  Synchronization is the process by which properties of a dataset are read from the dataset and written into its metadata. For release 8.1, a new set of objects was added to ArcGIS which allow users to customize the metadata that is created during synchronization. This white paper gives an overview of how to create a custom metadata synchronizer using ArcCatalog.
• ArcGIS Desktop: Integrating Data from the Web
  01-17-2002
  This document describes how to retrieve data from the Geography Network, other ArcIMS servers, and geographic data clearinghouses.
• ArcGIS 3D Analyst Graphics Accelerator Cards
  10-09-2001
  This technical paper reviews some important concepts related to 3D graphics hardware and includes a list of cards used successfully by ESRI to improve rendering performance with 3D Analyst.
• Performance Tips and Tricks for ArcGIS Desktop 8.1
  09-21-2001
  Read this document for recommendations and suggestions to help you leverage ArcGIS effectively.
• Synchronization in ArcCatalog
  08-17-2001
  This technical document describes the information that is stored in a dataset's metadata when the metadata is synchronized using ArcCatalog. Changes in synchronization between releases 8 and 8.1 are also summarized.
• Linear Referencing and Dynamic Segmentation in ArcGIS 8.1
  05-01-2001
  This technical document illustrates ArcGIS 8.1's linear referencing and dynamic segmentation capabilities. Both the out-of-the-box functionality and application programming interface (API) level support are discussed. Where necessary, sample code is provided and discussed. A good understanding of ArcGIS is recommended before trying to apply the concepts contained in this document.
• Managing Workflow with Versions
  12-06-2000
  This white paper is an abridged version of Chapter 7 from Modeling our World—An ESRI Guide to Geodatabase Design. The book is included as a manual with ArcGIS software. This white paper documents the fundamentals of versioned geodatabases and shows how they can be employed with some workflow scenarios. (204 KB/16 pages)
• Map Generalization in GIS: Practical Solutions with Workstation ArcInfo Software
  07-27-2000
  Map generalization has become an indispensable component of today’s GIS systems. Whatever the task, from compiling data in different sources into a master database to composing an output from it for data compression, analysis, or representation, generalization is most likely involved. The basic concepts and the state of the art of computer-assisted generalization were reviewed in a previous paper (ESRI). The present paper further explains the nature of map generalization in GIS and presents our
• Developing Applications with ArcInfo - An Overview of ArcObjects
  07-06-2000
  This paper is an introduction to the component technology underlying ArcInfo 8.x. Readers will learn about the core component technology, the possibilites open to developers to work with the ArcObject components, and the resources available to help developers get started.
• Multiple User Access for Coverages and Shapefiles
  04-03-2000
  Learn how to use the ESRI lock manager to avoid conflicts when files are shared by ArcInfo, ArcView GIS, and ArcSDE for Coverages.
• Multiuser Geographical Information Systems with ArcInfo 8
  04-01-2000
  A must-read for anyone implementing a multi-user ArcSDE GIS. A successful geodatabase implementation starts with a good data model, database tuning, data loading procedures, and well-designed applications for working with the data. This paper discusses each of these points and provides 'tips and tricks' on how to successfully implement a GIS system with the geodatabase and ArcInfo 8.

Version 8.0.2

• Supported Devices Guide for ArcInfo 8.0.2
  04-17-2003
  This guide provides information on supported devices such as graphics adapters, X terminals, printers and digitizers for ArcInfo 8.0.2 and ArcView GIS 3.2a.

Version 8.0.1

• Supported Devices Guide for ArcInfo 8.0.1
  04-17-2003
  This guide provides information on supported devices such as graphics adapters, X terminals, printers and digitizers for ArcInfo 8.0.1 and ArcView GIS 3.2.
• Use Subtypes and Domains for Automatic Attribute Validation
  05-15-2000
  This article explains how you can use ArcCatalog and ArcMap to improve data integrity and speed data entry by creating subtypes and domains that will validate data stored in geodatabases. This article can also be found in the April-June 2000 ArcUser magazine (pgs. 38-39).
• Map Making with Styles
  05-15-2000
  ArcMap is the tool for integrating data and using maps in ArcInfo. Data from shapefiles, coverages, tables, CAD drawings, images, grids, and TINs can be integrated using ArcMap. Many powerful tools for creating, viewing, querying, editing, composing, and publishing maps are available through the ArcMap interface. Styles, one of these tools, makes it easier than ever to present the results of analysis. This article can also be found in the April-June 2000 edition of ArcUser (pgs. 18-19).
• Exploring ArcObjects
  05-15-2000
  This article is from the April-June 2000 ArcUser magazine (pgs. 28-30). This arcticle assumes the reader is conversant with ArcInfo, familiar with object-oriented programming and has some basic knowledge of COM. The article examines the workings of the ArcMap object model to illustrate some of the basic concepts that need to be understood in order to use ArcObjects effectively.
• ArcInfo 8.0.1 Performance Tuning Guide for Windows NT
  02-11-2000
  This paper contains useful configuration tips, information on how you can optimize the performance of ArcInfo 8.0.1, and a simple overview of coverage editing in ArcMap.
• Automation of Map Generalization in ArcInfo
  02-11-2000
  This paper briefly reviews the state of the art of digital generalization and discusses the plans for the implementation of digital generalization capability in ESRI products.
• ESRI Shapefile Technical Description
  07-01-1998
  This paper defines the shapefile data format. It also provides all the technical information necessary for writing a computer program to create shapefiles without the use of ArcView GIS or other ESRI software for organizations that want to write their own data translators.

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