Is it possible to change symbols in collector mobile apps while in the field? In order to show that a feature has been inspected or checked?

[MikeSpoon]

In a public works setting. I am checking and inspecting a myriad of points in the field.

I would like to be able to change the color or the symbol of these points after they have been checked. This would enable me to quickly glance at the map and see where I have been, and help decide areas that need attention.

I am using Collector on a Samsung Galaxy Tab-E. 

Thanks for your time.

[CarmelConnolly]

Hi Mike, 

A potential way of doing this would be to

• add a new string field to your point layer that could contain the value Y or N (If you wanted to be fancy you could create a list that only allows you to enter Y or N using the new functionality 'Create List' Define attribute lists and ranges—ArcGIS Online Help | ArcGIS )
• Calculate the field so that all values are N
• 
• Symbolise the point layer based on this field (Style categories—ArcGIS Online Help | ArcGIS )
• In Collector, when you've checked a point, change the value and the symbology will update. 

If you want to keep the original symbols, you could have the layer added twice to the Collector Web Map, symbolise one by the Y/N field and make it uneditable. You'll only be editing the original layer in Collector but the symbology below it will update, something like this:

Carmel