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Bug

The length measurement for line features display significant differences when projected to two different projections (Web Mercator and State Plane).

Last Published: June 27, 2019 ArcGIS Online
Bug ID Number BUG-000122898
SubmittedJune 7, 2019
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS Online
Version found7.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

The Web Mercator coordinate system is unsuitable to calculate distance and area. It appears similar as Geographic Coordinate System but the unit is in 'meter'. Use a coordinate system that reduces the distance distortion and is more appropriate for the data.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000122898

Software:

  • ArcGIS Online

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