Creating polygons from points?

Question

Hey all!

So I have a point shapefile and I would like to build a polygon for each consecutive 3 points in this shapefile.

- I am having a hard time figuring out how to build a polygon from points in first place.

- Is there a way to write a Python script to do that? and If yes, is it possible to add an iteration function in the script so that it build a polygon for each consecutive 3 points in my shapefile?

Thanks a bunch!

JanWijkstrom · Answer

You could use this model as a base for for your work

Best regards JanW

ChloeAsmar · Answer

Hey Riyas, no I am just trying to build separate polygons 🙂

DanPatterson_Retired · Answer

You should indicate the format of your point data to facilitate further guidance.  There may be some pre-existing tools that will help with the reading of the data, for example, the Add XY data tool and the Create Feature Class tool.  These can either be used manually within ArcMap or their associated code can be incorporated in a script to facilitate automation