How do I import an Excel file into ARCGIS for mapping coordinates?

[PatriciaTester]

I want to map sampling locations. The coordinates are in decimal format in an Excel file. How do I import the Excel file into ArcGIS for mapping the sample locations. Further is there a source of base maps over which to position the sampling locations. I am especially interested in ocean basin maps created by NOAA.

[DanPatterson]

Excel To Table—Conversion toolbox | Documentation 

then

XY Table To Point—Data Management toolbox | Documentation 

make sure you define the coordinate system of the points

[PatriciaTester]

Hi Dan,

  I am new at this. This information is greatly appreciated.

Pat

[DanPatterson]

It gets easier, once the jargon becomes familiar

[PatriciaTester]

I hope so. Thanks for the encouragement.

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It gets easier, once the jargon becomes familiar

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