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Bug

The toolbox script edit command uses Python IDLE as the editor for Python files regardless of the Windows Explorer setting for the application to open files having the .PY extension.

Last Published: August 25, 2014 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM050544
SubmittedNovember 3, 2009
Last ModifiedDecember 13, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.0 Beta
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System VersionXP
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

No Public Explanation

Workaround

In Windows Explorer Folder Options, Advanced settings, make note of the parameters for the Python IDLE editor (click the Edit button to see the parameter settings), then delete "Edit with IDLE" from the Actions list. Make sure the "Edit with Pythonwin" entry is first in the remaining list of actions.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM050544

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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