topic Can or how can one compare properties of layers simultaneously? in ArcGIS API for Python Questions https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-api-for-python-questions/can-or-how-can-one-compare-properties-of-layers/m-p/871538#M4688 <HTML><HEAD></HEAD><BODY><P>How would one compare the properties of two layers simultaneously? When I select the properties of a layer either in catalog or once added to an MXD, I cannot open the properties of a second layer for cross referencing. Suggestions?</P></BODY></HTML> Wed, 26 Dec 2018 16:37:37 GMT DougHaller1 2018-12-26T16:37:37Z Can or how can one compare properties of layers simultaneously? https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-api-for-python-questions/can-or-how-can-one-compare-properties-of-layers/m-p/871538#M4688 <HTML><HEAD></HEAD><BODY><P>How would one compare the properties of two layers simultaneously? When I select the properties of a layer either in catalog or once added to an MXD, I cannot open the properties of a second layer for cross referencing. Suggestions?</P></BODY></HTML> Wed, 26 Dec 2018 16:37:37 GMT https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-api-for-python-questions/can-or-how-can-one-compare-properties-of-layers/m-p/871538#M4688 DougHaller1 2018-12-26T16:37:37Z Re: Can or how can one compare properties of layers simultaneously? https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-api-for-python-questions/can-or-how-can-one-compare-properties-of-layers/m-p/871539#M4689 <HTML><HEAD></HEAD><BODY><P>I don't know what specific properties you wish to compare.&nbsp;</P><P>However, the Describe function in arcpy may provide the information you need.</P><P>A much more basic solution is to open 2 maps, and review the properties that way.</P><P>Regards,</P><P>Jim</P></BODY></HTML> Wed, 26 Dec 2018 21:58:42 GMT https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-api-for-python-questions/can-or-how-can-one-compare-properties-of-layers/m-p/871539#M4689 JimCousins 2018-12-26T21:58:42Z