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Bug

Measuring an area in hectares using the Measure tool in ArcGIS Online displays different values in the web map viewer and ArcMap.

Last Published: August 28, 2015 ArcGIS Online
Bug ID Number BUG-000089305
SubmittedJuly 27, 2015
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS Online
Version found3.8
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version7.0 64 Bit
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

ArcGIS Online does geodesic measurements. ArcMap does planimetric measurements, which shows the area with respect to the data frame projection.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000089305

Software:

  • ArcGIS Online

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