Latest Contributions by Mary_Murphy

Sounds like you want to create a new point layer [i.e. a shapefile or feature class] > add that new, empty layer to your map > digitize the points > then add labels and or text [either as a graphics layer, or generic text box]. These might be useful: - Get started editing - Graphics layers [ArcGIS Pro 2.6+] - Labelling Basics ... View more

Once you have carried out the selection, you can export the selected feature to a new layer. How: carry out your selection process > in the contents pane [or, on ArcMap: the table of contents], right click on that layer's name > Dara > Export [features]   You can also continue as you have done previously i.e. create the temporary layer > then export that layer as a new, independent, permanent layer. How: similar to the previous method, simply right click the new layer > Data etc. You could put together a quick model / tool that carries out the desired selection and creates the new permanent layer, all in one! ... View more