Latest Contributions by ChrisBates1

A slight correction to the last email.  It is correct in that arcpy.mapping can't create new MXDs but with arcpy.mapping you can add layers using the "AddLayer", "AddLayerToGroup", or InsertLayer" functions.  This would require having pre-authored layer files or a reference to a layer from another MXD. Jeff ... View more

If its a hardcoded list that doesn't need to change based on other parameters, you dont need to use the Validator. On the Parameters tab of your script tool, add a new input of type string. For its properties, chose Value List for the Filter. In the window that opens, add your strings one-by-one. ... View more

Thanks for the reply Luke! I eventually came to something of the same conclusion. Appreciate the reply though! Chris ... View more

Thanks William, so far this seems like the most appropriate solution for my project. Much appreciated. Chris ... View more