Changing the Output Folder for Temporary Files

Question

I'm trying to import a PBF file via the Quick Import tool to be later used for creating a Network-Dataset.

My PC has two partitions, AGP is installed on C:\ but my main work files including all projects are stored on D: \

Whenever I start the Quick Import tool, AGP starts creating a continuously growing temporary file (osm_tmp_nodes) under

AppData\Local\Temp\ArcGISProTemp12640

Unfortunately this file eventually grows to the point where my C:\ partition is completely filled up and the process grinds to a halt.

Is there any option to make ArcGIS Pro save all temporary files to D: \ instead, where I have plenty of space available?

ArcMap had an option for this, but I have yet to find anything similar in Pro.

LeahCharash · Answer

I just figured this out for myself! Don't change your settings within ArcGIS Pro, change your windows settings.

Redirect Windows TEMP variables:

* Press Windows key + R → type sysdm.cpl → hit Enter
* Click Advanced tab → click Environment Variables button at the bottom
* Under User variables (top section):* Click TEMP → click Edit → change value to D: \FolderName
* Click TMP → click Edit → change value to D: \FolderName

JackFanZhang · Answer

It's not very obvious in the option menu but you might be able to change it under Options->Share and Download

erinheinrich · Answer

Hi,

You may need to change the path for your TEMP folder in your system or user Environment Variables on your computer?

Go to computer Search Windows, type in variables, select "Edit the system environment variables", select Environment Variables box.

Select TEMP and Edit... try for System Variables but you may not have permission.

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