Making Maps and Map Series using ArcGIS Pro Layouts

Learn ArcGIS Pro for effective map creation and map series design! This comprehensive course, recorded using ArcGIS Pro 2.6 & 2.7, is perfect for beginners and those seeking to master ArcGIS Pro layouts. A prior understanding of spatial information using ArcGIS Pro is beneficial, but not required.

This course focuses on utilizing ArcGIS Pro layouts to produce professional-quality maps and map series. While not covering advanced topics like spatial data editing, geoprocessing, or ArcPy (Python), this course provides a strong foundation for leveraging ArcGIS Pro's layout capabilities. A dedicated course on ArcPy for Python developers is available, with other companion courses in development.

The course structure is flexible; many sections can be completed in any order. You'll need a Basic ArcGIS Desktop license (which includes ArcGIS Pro) and a working installation of ArcGIS Pro. For non-commercial use, an Advanced ArcGIS license is accessible through Esri's ArcGIS for Personal Use program. A free trial of ArcGIS Pro is also available.

Developed by an experienced ArcGIS Pro user with over 5 years of experience and 30+ years with Esri software, this 7-hour (41-lecture) course is designed for English-speaking users worldwide.

Key skills you'll gain:

• Data Preparation: Downloading Natural Earth Data
• Project Setup: Creating and managing ArcGIS Pro Projects
• Map & Document Creation: Creating PDF Maps and Map Books
• Layout Design: Utilizing Layout and Map Frame Galleries
• Layout Navigation: Listing Layouts in the Contents Pane with various Views
• Page & Map Manipulation: Navigating Layout Pages and Maps within Map Frames
• Properties & Sizing: Working with Layout Properties, Layout Elements, Rulers, Guides, and Printer Margins
• Text Formatting: Sizing and positioning Layout Elements, working with Static and Dynamic Text Elements, and formatting Text Elements
• Symbolization: Using Shield and Callout Symbols in Text Elements
• Graphics & Imagery: Working with Graphics, North Arrows, and Pictures
• Element Manipulation: Manipulating Layout Elements
• Scale & Legends: Working with Scale Bars, Legends, and Legend Items/Patches
• Grids & Graticules: Utilizing Grids and Graticules and their Properties
• Neatlines & Alignment: Aligning Neatlines, Map Frames, and Legends
• Table & Chart Frames: Working with Table Frames and Chart Frames
• Map Frame Ribbon & Properties: Utilizing the Map Frame Ribbon and Element Pane
• Map Frame Reshaping: Reshaping Map Frames to be non-rectangular
• Overview Maps: Using Extent Indicators and Leaders for Overview and Index Maps
• Scenes & Basemaps: Working with Local and Global Scenes and Basemaps
• Export & Import: Exporting and importing Layer, Map, and Layout Files, and importing ArcMap Map Documents
• Map Series Creation: Creating Map Books of Provinces and Countries, adding Dynamic Overview Maps, Page Numbers, and Page Queries
• Index Features: Creating Grid Index Features for Map Series
• Strip Map Series: Creating Strip Map Index Features and Series
• Bookmark Series: Creating Bookmark Map Series
• Advanced Map Series: Creating Spatial Map Series with page-specific Scales and Coordinate Systems
• And much more!