idea Allow a Global/Default Map Scale Format Preference in ArcGIS Pro in ArcGIS Pro Ideas https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-pro-ideas/allow-a-global-default-map-scale-format-preference/idi-p/1708649 <P class=""><SPAN>ArcGIS Pro currently has a default map scale format as a <STRONG>r</STRONG></SPAN><SPAN><STRONG>epresentative fraction (1:1200)</STRONG> but&nbsp;</SPAN><SPAN>allows users to display map scales in <STRONG>engineering scale format (for example, </STRONG></SPAN><STRONG>1" = 100'</STRONG><SPAN><STRONG>)</STRONG> on an individual map basis. However, there is no application-wide setting that allows users to define Engineering Scale as the default format for all newly created maps.</SPAN></P><P class=""><SPAN>Therefore, users who work primarily in engineering, surveying, transportation, land development, utilities, and other infrastructure disciplines must manually change the scale format for every new map they create.</SPAN></P><P class=""><STRONG><SPAN>Requested Enhancement</SPAN></STRONG></P><P class=""><SPAN>Add an application-level option within ArcGIS Pro that allows users to specify the default scale display format for all newly created maps.</SPAN></P><P class=""><SPAN>Example location:</SPAN></P><P class=""><STRONG><SPAN>Project → Options → Maps and Scenes</SPAN></STRONG></P><P class=""><STRONG><SPAN>Default Scale Format:</SPAN></STRONG></P><UL><LI><SPAN>Representative Fraction (1:1200)</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Engineering Scale (1" = 100')</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Architectural Scale (1/8" = 1'-0")</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Etc.</SPAN></LI></UL><P class=""><SPAN>When a user creates a new map, inserts a map into a layout, or creates a project from a template, the map would automatically use the selected default scale format.</SPAN></P><P class=""><STRONG><SPAN>Benefits</SPAN></STRONG></P><UL><LI><SPAN>Saves time for users who work with engineering scales (or other scales) consistently</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Creates consistency across projects and maps within an organization.</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Reduces repetitive setup tasks.</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Aligns ArcGIS Pro with common engineering and surveying workflows.</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Improves the experience for organizations migrating from CAD environments where engineering scales are the standard display format.</SPAN></LI></UL><P><SPAN>Because ArcGIS Pro already supports Engineering Scale display at the map level, this enhancement would primarily provide a mechanism for defining a global default preference rather than requiring users to repeatedly configure each new map.</SPAN></P> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:36:02 GMT ChrisMerino 2026-06-17T16:36:02Z Allow a Global/Default Map Scale Format Preference in ArcGIS Pro https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-pro-ideas/allow-a-global-default-map-scale-format-preference/idi-p/1708649 <P class=""><SPAN>ArcGIS Pro currently has a default map scale format as a <STRONG>r</STRONG></SPAN><SPAN><STRONG>epresentative fraction (1:1200)</STRONG> but&nbsp;</SPAN><SPAN>allows users to display map scales in <STRONG>engineering scale format (for example, </STRONG></SPAN><STRONG>1" = 100'</STRONG><SPAN><STRONG>)</STRONG> on an individual map basis. However, there is no application-wide setting that allows users to define Engineering Scale as the default format for all newly created maps.</SPAN></P><P class=""><SPAN>Therefore, users who work primarily in engineering, surveying, transportation, land development, utilities, and other infrastructure disciplines must manually change the scale format for every new map they create.</SPAN></P><P class=""><STRONG><SPAN>Requested Enhancement</SPAN></STRONG></P><P class=""><SPAN>Add an application-level option within ArcGIS Pro that allows users to specify the default scale display format for all newly created maps.</SPAN></P><P class=""><SPAN>Example location:</SPAN></P><P class=""><STRONG><SPAN>Project → Options → Maps and Scenes</SPAN></STRONG></P><P class=""><STRONG><SPAN>Default Scale Format:</SPAN></STRONG></P><UL><LI><SPAN>Representative Fraction (1:1200)</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Engineering Scale (1" = 100')</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Architectural Scale (1/8" = 1'-0")</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Etc.</SPAN></LI></UL><P class=""><SPAN>When a user creates a new map, inserts a map into a layout, or creates a project from a template, the map would automatically use the selected default scale format.</SPAN></P><P class=""><STRONG><SPAN>Benefits</SPAN></STRONG></P><UL><LI><SPAN>Saves time for users who work with engineering scales (or other scales) consistently</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Creates consistency across projects and maps within an organization.</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Reduces repetitive setup tasks.</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Aligns ArcGIS Pro with common engineering and surveying workflows.</SPAN></LI><LI><SPAN>Improves the experience for organizations migrating from CAD environments where engineering scales are the standard display format.</SPAN></LI></UL><P><SPAN>Because ArcGIS Pro already supports Engineering Scale display at the map level, this enhancement would primarily provide a mechanism for defining a global default preference rather than requiring users to repeatedly configure each new map.</SPAN></P> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:36:02 GMT https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-pro-ideas/allow-a-global-default-map-scale-format-preference/idi-p/1708649 ChrisMerino 2026-06-17T16:36:02Z Re: Allow a Global/Default Map Scale Format Preference in ArcGIS Pro https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-pro-ideas/allow-a-global-default-map-scale-format-preference/idc-p/1708690#M38580 <P>Related:&nbsp;<A href="https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-pro-ideas/add-remove-units-to-all-projects-global-setting/idi-p/1677903" target="_blank">Add/Remove Units to ALL projects (global setting) - Esri Community</A></P> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:12:48 GMT https://community.esri.com/t5/arcgis-pro-ideas/allow-a-global-default-map-scale-format-preference/idc-p/1708690#M38580 AlfredBaldenweck 2026-06-17T19:12:48Z