Is it possible to calculate a field when adding features automatically?

Question

I have a client using the Collector app to add address points to a feature layer. The client will enter the address number, street direction, street name, and street type. I will then manually calculate a combined field, which is simply concatenating all these fields together. Is there a way to run the calculation automatically after the client is finished entering the data?

JacksonWalberg · Answer

I do need to store the result. However, I will see if the workflow can be changed to use Arcade. Thank you!

KellyGerrow · Answer

HI Jackson,

Do you need to actually store the calculated value or is this primarily for display in pop ups  and labels? If it's the latter, use Arcade and create an expression. This will calculate the desired format in the client, not requiring you to update the data if it changes. There isn't any functionality for trigger-like calculations through field calculator, so I would suggest looking into this recommendation.

https://www.esri.com/arcgis-blog/products/apps/uncategorized/introducing-arcade/

Use Arcade Expressions to Map the Land to Improvement Ratios in Your Area

-Kelly