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Bug

ArcReader markup graphics and TabletPC ink graphics are not always recognized properly by the 'Convert Graphics to Features' tool.

Last Published: August 25, 2014 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM039091
SubmittedOctober 7, 2008
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found9.3
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System VersionXP
Version Fixed10.0
StatusFixed

Description

A markup from ArcReader, pmfinkx, is not recognized by the 'Convert Graphics To Features' tool. The option is still grayed out.

Cause

This is a known issue.

Note:
This issue has been addressed in ArcGIS Desktop version 10.

Workaround



  1. Select the New Line tool and draw a line.
  2. With the new line selected, navigate to Drawing > Convert Graphics To Features on the Drawing toolbar.
  3. Click Cancel.
  4. Unselect the line created in Step 2, and select the pmfinkx.
  5. Navigate to Drawing > Convert Graphics To Features on the Drawing toolbar and continue with the conversion.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM039091

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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