Bulk edition Metadata Raster Mosaic Dataset

[GeoffreyTihon]

Hi Community,

I would like to edit the metadata of hundreds of raster mosaic dataset.

I'd like to avoid doing it one by one.

Is there a tool to do this :-)?

ArcGIS Pro, Python and Data Interops are my main working tools 

Thanks very much!!!

[JordanDuft]

Hi @GeoffreyTihon , 

Not sure if you were able to make headway? If so, I would love to learn more about your workflows. 

First question, do the mosaic datasets/rasters referenced in the mosaic dataset already have metadata?

If the answer is no, I would recommend identifying those common metadata elements that are going to be consistent across the datasets, adding some helper text (if string) for the metadata elements that are required but unique to each item (to help metadata editors fill out more complete metadata), and then creating/applying a template. Then use python to automate the process.

Although specific to ArcGIS Online/Enterprise, this blog has some patterns of use and best practices to consider. 

Overwrite Your Metadata with Ease 

Additional resources using Data Interoperability below. 

Metadata - Data Interoperability's Hidden Talent (Part One)

Metadata - Data Interoperability's Hidden Talent (Part Two)

If you wouldn't mind us reaching out, send us an email. Thanks! - askArcGISOpenPlatformPM@esri.com

[GeoffreyTihon · Accepted solution]

Hi @JordanDuft :

We solved it via a Python script at the end...

Thanks for your answers!