PROBLEM

Projection files (PRJ) do not display in the Coordinate System folders

Description

Projection files, which should be listed in the Coordinate Systems directory, do not display in the following locations:

ArcToolBox Define Projection Tool
ArcToolBox Project Tool

ArcMap > Display XY Data > Edit button > Select

ArcMap > Data Frame Properties > Coordinate System tab > Predefined folder

Cause

The check box labeled 'Coordinate Systems' located in ArcCatalog > Tools > Options > General tab, in the lower window has been unchecked.

Solution or Workaround



  1. Open ArcCatalog > Tools > Options > General tab.
  2. In the lower window on the General tab, check the box labeled 'Coordinate Systems'.

Article ID:000009467

Software:
  • ArcMap 9 x

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