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Bug

ArcPad only allows uppercase field names when creating a new shapefile.

Last Published: December 19, 2018 ArcPad
Bug ID Number BUG-000118769
SubmittedDecember 11, 2018
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcPad
Version found10.2.2
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

ArcPad implements the dBaseIV specification which is: 10 characters, all capitals, will no blanks - for reference: http://www.johnbrown.com.au/approach/webfaq04040210.html An update of the dBaseIV specification in ArcPad is not planned.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000118769

Software:

  • ArcPad

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