Graphics or lack there of...

Question

I am trying to figure out how to create a graphic, something that was so much easier to do in so much better ArcMap. There is no Add Graphic function in the Layer tab and I can't seem to find a way to add that. It would be great if Pro was actually better than ArcMap, but it is such a pain in butt to use.

TomBole · Answer

All,

A graphics layer is required to add graphic elements (shapes, text, pictures) to a map. Without a graphics layer you will not get the Graphics tab as shown in the nice screenshot provided by @AngelaSchirck - thanks Angela!

You add a graphics layer to the map by clicking the Add Graphics Layer button under the Layer group on the Map tab ribbon.

Please see the help topic Work with graphic elements in a map for more information.

Hope this helps,

Tom

AngelaSchirck · Answer

This is what it looks like in ArcPro 3.0:

BarryNorthey · Answer

Looks the same in Pro 2.9.3 and 3.0.2. Can't vouch for earlier releases.