Is it possible to select multiple domain values in ArcGIS?

Answer

No, it is not possible to select multiple values in ArcGIS from a domain list, as domains are designed to restrict each field to a single value per feature. This design ensures standardized data entry, minimizes errors, and maintains data integrity in collaborative and automated workflows.

However, multiple fields within a feature class or table can share the same domain to accommodate multiple domain values. This is achieved by adding additional fields and assigning the same domain to each field. For more information, refer to ArcGIS Pro: Create and manage domains.

Alternatively, ArcGIS Survey123 supports selecting multiple values from a predefined list using the multiple select question type in the ArcGIS Survey123 web designer or the select_multiple question in ArcGIS Survey123 Connect. The multiple choice question type allows the selection of multiple responses and is useful for collecting categorical data or checklists. When multiple values are selected, they are stored as a comma-separated list within a text field. This approach consolidates selected responses into a single field and supports further analysis and visualization.

The image on the left below shows the selected responses for a multiple choice question in the ArcGIS Survey123 web designer, while the image on the right shows the attribute table in ArcGIS Pro with the corresponding values concatenated using commas.