topic Re: Snapping and collector in ArcGIS Collector Questions

Snapping and collector

ErikBlake — Thu, 09 Feb 2017 13:53:45 GMT

I just read the Q/A thread about Collector. This was from Feb. of 2015. I am particularly interested in the progress esri has made towards the ability to snap in collector, since the release of that thread two years ago. I ask, because this will be a big step forward for us, using collector as our main field collection method.

Re: Snapping and collector

HannesZiegler2 — Thu, 27 Apr 2017 15:37:04 GMT

I'd like to know as well

Re: Snapping and collector

ErikBlake — Thu, 27 Apr 2017 15:51:13 GMT

I know right!

Re: Snapping and collector

JeffShaner — Mon, 01 May 2017 05:20:59 GMT

Erik/Hannes,

Thanks for your inquiry. This enhancement request is in our backlog but we have yet to implement and unfortunately it will be some time before we can do so. Do not plan to see it in the product within 2017.

It would be great to get your use cases/workflows so that we can append them to our backlog item.

Here are a couple of questions that will help us out:

- Can you describe what you are creating and what you need to snap to?

- Are you looking to edit/reshape existing polylines/polygons and need topological operators too? If so, can you provide examples?

- Are you simply tapping on the map when you are snapping or expecting to move a position coming from GPS?

Thanks!

Jeff

Re: Snapping and collector

HannesZiegler2 — Mon, 08 May 2017 14:13:06 GMT

Hi Jeff, in our case it could have been useful to 1) select multiple coincident water utility meter points and move them as a whole or 2) select utility meter points individually and then snap them to a previously placed meter point so that two or more meter points coincide.

Re: Snapping and collector

SharonGin2 — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 09:49:56 GMT

Hi Jeff,

My scenario would be to allow users to add leak points on the map and subsequently snap them to the closest underlying water pipes. would hope to see this functionality be pushed to higher priority.

Re: Snapping and collector

rafiaminov — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 10:15:48 GMT

Hi Jeff,

I would also like to add our requirement for snapping:

1. snapping a sewer line to manholes

2. snapping a control valve, hydrant to a water line

3. snapping an event (i.e. water burst) to a water line or wastewater line

Thanks

Rafi

Re: Snapping and collector

JordanMiller4 — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 12:35:08 GMT

I am surprised to hear that the snapping functionality would actually be apart of the backlog. I work for a gas utility company in Ohio and we're currently building our enterprise system to utilize the collector app. The biggest flaw for the collector app is the inability to allow field workers to snap features for mainlines and components out in the field. The snapping functionality would be a great asset especially when using the ESRI Utility and Pipeline Data Model by Tom Dewitte.

Re: Snapping and collector

ErikBlake — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 08:24:17 GMT

I completely agree with you Jordan. This thread is been going on for almost three years now. and all ESRI can say is that it is being considered. Typical response from esri on anything. esri always talks about how they pride themselves on implementing "user requested functionally" If you haven't already go to this link and vote it up.

https://community.esri.com/ideas/9275

Re: Snapping and collector

JeffCombs1 — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 18:32:55 GMT

Our organization would see Collector as a solution to several projects we wish to undertake, but without snapping, it isn't even a consideration. We are very disappointed the functionality doesn't exist.

Re: Snapping and collector

AshtonWoodrow1 — Wed, 03 Oct 2018 13:42:32 GMT

Old thread but bumping because I think it is still relevant. Use case scenario almost identical to rafi aminov‌ but for lateral locate industry.

1. Drop 2 "manhole" point features.

2. Create and snap "mainline" line feature to manhole features.

3. Create and snap "sewer lateral" line feature to mainline feature or "manhole" feature.

4. Possibly create second/third "sewer lateral" line feature and snap one side to existing "sewer lateral" line feature.

5. Create and snap "cleanout" point feature to "sewer lateral" line feature.

6. Create and snap "damage" point feature/event to "mainline" or "sewer lateral" feature.

7. Create and snap "dig inspection" point feature/event to "sewer lateral" feature.

Collector seems great but currently if we want snapping and connected data on maps they would have to be post edited in office which adds cost/people/time. This defeats time/money saving purpose of in field data collection. We don't work with polyline or polygon and would have no need for topological operators. Data collection is not survey grade so the input would come from touching the map and dragging/dropping points. A visual indicator of a point/line snapping to another point/line would be great. Something like a circle/graphic hover function that lets you know the snap operation will take place. Another decent option would be a configurable setting that automatically snaps features that fall within a user specified precision factor.

Either way, 3.5+ years later, it's time to work this into the development schedule as a top priority.

Re: Snapping and collector

Yann-EricBoyeau — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 07:01:33 GMT

Snapping is a must-have feature for utilities companies.

People need snapping to make field records match existing assets in their database.

Re: Snapping and collector

ShannonStern — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 16:09:21 GMT

Jeff Shaner‌

Has there been any update to this effort since 2017? We desperately need snapping in collector. Can we look forward to seeing this implemented in 2019?

Re: Snapping and collector

Kylie — Mon, 13 May 2019 18:14:55 GMT

Hi Shannon - This is on our short-term roadmap for the new version of Collector. Please see https://doc.arcgis.com/en/collector/faq/sneak-peek.htm#ESRI_SECTION1_AFFD983A964B4A4EA8766DDFCC83A6A3.

Re: Snapping and collector

ShannonStern — Mon, 13 May 2019 18:31:32 GMT

Thank you so much Kylie for reaching out to me!

I really appreciate this.

We are very much looking forward to the planned enhancements for the collector app! Is there a rough timeline on when you think those enhancements will be available?

Very Respectfully,

Shannon Stern

GIS Analyst

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Re: Snapping and collector

DerekLaw — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 16:11:33 GMT

All,

Please take a look at this blog for a status update,

Collector for ArcGIS (iOS) Updated

Hope this helps,

Re: Snapping and collector

DerekLaw — Tue, 07 Jan 2020 05:30:37 GMT

FYI: snapping is now available in Collector for ArcGIS (iOS), checkout the new blog,

What’s New in Collector for ArcGIS (January 2020)