Frequently asked question

Can environment variables be specified when connecting directly to a geodatabase from ArcGIS 10.1?

Last Published: April 25, 2020

Answer

The Database Connection dialog box does not support environment variables. Instead, set environment variables at the operating system (OS) level or in the user's shell.

It is also possible to use the Create ArcSDE Connection File geoprocessing tool and the direct connection syntax used by older ArcGIS releases, which can include environment variables. However, the recommended method is to set an OS or shell variable.

Article ID:000011649

Software:
  • ArcMap
  • Legacy Products

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