Batch copy feature classes from multiple file geodatabases into a new file geodatabase in ArcGIS Pro

Summary

ArcGIS Pro provides the capability to copy feature datasets, feature classes, and tables to a geodatabase. However, in some instances, the batch copy functionality is needed to copy multiple datasets from different file geodatabases into a new file geodatabase to save time. This article provides several methods to batch copy feature classes from multiple file geodatabases into a new file geodatabase in ArcGIS Pro.

Procedure

Copy the feature classes from the Catalog pane

1. In ArcGIS Pro, expand all the geodatabases in the Catalog pane.

2. Press and hold the Ctrl key, and select the desired feature classes. Alternatively, press and hold the Shift key, and select all the feature classes.
3. Right-click the selected features and click Copy.
4. Right-click the new geodatabase, and click Paste or Paste Special.

Use the Export function

1. Repeat Steps 1 to 2 from the first method.
2. Right-click the selected features and click Export > Feature Class(es) to Geodatabase.

3. In the Feature Class To Geodatabase pane, ensure all needed features are selected for Input Features.
4. Browse and select the new geodatabase for Output Geodatabase. Click Run.

5. In the Catalog pane, right-click the new geodatabase and click Refresh.

Use the Batch Feature Class To Geodatabase tool

1. In ArcGIS Pro, navigate to the Analysis tab and click Tools.
2. In the Geoprocessing search bar, search for and right-click the Feature Class To Geodatabase tool. Select Batch.

Note:
Alternatively, use the Batch Copy or Batch Copy Features tool.

3. In the Batch Feature Class To Geodatabase pane, click Save the batch tool. Edit the parameters for Name and Location if needed. Click Next.

4. Browse and select the feature classes for Input Features.
5. Browse and select the new geodatabase for Batch Output Geodatabase. Click Run.