Frequently asked question

Is there an event triggered when the user changes or selects a layer in ArcMap's TOC?

Last Published: April 25, 2020

Answer

No. There is currently no outbound interface that supports this event.

As a workaround, use a Timer Control to call IMxDocument::SelectedLayer on the MxDocument CoClass. Alternatively, call IMxDocument::SelectedLayer from the Enabled property of an ICommand.
Note:
ICommand::Enabled gets hit often and can be used, with caution, for code that must run frequently.

Article ID:000005021

Software:
  • ArcMap 8 x

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