Making the data frame and layer time-enabled
In this section, you will learn how to make a layer and data frame time-enabled. You will then add a tool to the Migration Patterns toolbox that cycles through the time range for the layer and exports a PDF map showing the movement of the elk over time and space:
- If necessary, open
C:\ArcGIS_Blueprint_Python\ch2\ElkMigration.mxd
in ArcMap. - First, we'll symbolize the features so that we display them differently for wet and dry seasons. Right-click on the
Betsy
feature class and select Properties. - Click on the Symbology tab and then define the symbology, as shown in the following screenshot:
- Now, select the Time tab, as shown in the following screenshot:
- Enable the time for the layer by clicking on the Enable time for this layer checkbox.
- Define Layer Time Extent by clicking on the Calculate button.
- Under Time properties, select Each feature has a single time field for Layer Time. Select the
date
field for Time Field. Define a Time Step Interval...