Bug
When opening a PDF map or layout export from ArcGIS Pro, the layer names are not preserved in Adobe Illustrator but are preserved when opened with Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.
| Bug ID Number | BUG-000130970 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | May 20, 2020 |
| Last Modified | June 5, 2024 |
| Applies to | ArcGIS Pro |
| Version found | 2.5.1 |
| Operating System | Windows OS |
| Operating System Version | 10.0 64 Bit |
| Status | Known Limit |
Additional Information
This is a known issue with the methods Adobe Illustrator uses to parse the PDF, and is not related to ArcGIS Pro.Workaround
- Open the PDF with Adobe Acrobat Reader DC. The layer names and naming conventions are preserved. Please see attached screenshot02.
- Alternatively, export the map or layout as .AIX file and use ArcGIS Maps for Adobe Creative Cloud 2.0 extension to open it in Adobe Illustrator. Layer names are preserved.
Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: BUG-000130970
Software:
- ArcGIS Pro
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