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Bug

When Maplex labels are used and set to 'Never Remove', overlapping annotations and graphics remove the label's formatting.

Last Published: January 12, 2018 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000101229
SubmittedDecember 5, 2016
Last ModifiedApril 28, 2025
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.4.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

Changing the Annotation Labeling Weights will address the discrepancy. Labeling ribbon > label weight ranking button > show: Annotation and Graphics > change weight to None.

Workaround

Use the Standard Label Engine.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000101229

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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