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Bug

The Add Point function does not allow users to create a polygon without using the current location point as one of the polygon vertices.

Last Published: May 7, 2019 Collector Classic for ArcGIS (iOS)
Bug ID Number BUG-000121258
SubmittedMarch 27, 2019
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toCollector Classic for ArcGIS (iOS)
Version found19.0.1
Operating SystemApple iOS
Operating System VersionN/A
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

This behavior is expected in Collector for ArcGIS for the initial point to be placed at your current GPS location. To create new points or vertices at locations other than your current GPS location, there are a few options inside the app to use: 1. Use Collect Here. Tap and hold the screen at the location where you want to start the collection to drop a pin and tap Collect Here. The point or vertex will be created at this location. 2. Follow the same workflow as before, where the first point or vertex is added at your GPS location and manually pan back to the desired location and choose the option for Update Selected Point in the Overflow menu ‘…’. This will move the vertex to the location of the location target on the screen. 3. If your map contains multiple editable layers, after tapping Add '+' and before selecting a template to start editing with, pan to the correct location. When the template is chosen, the point or vertex will be created at that location. See https://doc.arcgis.com/en/collector/ipad/help/capture.htm#ESRI_SECTION1_4CC646D6674D47758BBB6888DBCAACE6 for more information.

Workaround

Manually turn off the location tracking for Collector for ArcGIS by clicking Settings > Privacy > Location Services > Collector.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000121258

Software:

  • Collector Classic for ArcGIS (iOS)

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