Set Layer Representation (Cartography)
Summary
Sets a representation for a feature layer. The layer is temporary and stored in memory during the ArcGIS session, available for use in models and scripts.
Usage
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The input must be a geodatabase feature class with at least one feature class representation.
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The resulting layer can be used as a valid input for cartographic tools that require a layer input in especially in models and scripts.
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The temporary feature layer can be saved as a layer file using the Save To Layer File tool or saved as a new feature class using the Copy Features tool. Layers created in ArcCatalog cannot be used in ArcMap unless they are saved to a layer file using the Save To Layer File tool.
Syntax
| Parameter | Explanation | Data Type |
in_layer |
The input feature layer containing at least one representation. | Layer |
representation |
The representation to be set for the input feature layer. | String |
Code Sample
The following Python window script demonstrates how to use the SetLayerRepresentation tool in immediate mode.
import arcpy
from arcpy import env
env.workspace = "C:/data"
arcpy.SetLayerRepresentation_cartography("footprints.lyr", "buildings_Rep")
This stand-alone script shows an example of using the SetLayerRepresentation tool.
# Name: SetLayerRepresentation_standalone_script.py
# Description: Sets a representation for a feature layer. The layer is temporary and stored in memory for use in models and scripts.
# Author: ESRI
# Import system modules
import arcpy
from arcpy import env
# Set environment settings
env.workspace = "C:/data"
# Set local variables
in_features = "footprints.lyr"
representation = "buildings_Rep"
# Execute Set Layer Representation
arcpy.SetLayerRepresentation_cartography(in_features, representation)