You can attach data to drawing objects in your maps. If the data is stored within the map, it is easier to send the map and
its data to another user. You can also store the data in an external database, such as Microsoft Access or Excel. You can
use external data with multiple maps.
Note
This procedure applies only to drawing objects. It does not apply to geospatial features.
To store data within a map:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Create an object data table to save attribute information in the drawing |
|
 |
|
|
|
 |
Enter the data for each object |
|
To use external data:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Attach the database to the map |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Create a link template, to specify the key fields in the database |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Link a record from the database to the object |
|
