So, you have created your first model. It is a very efficient tool that will help you quickly update information. However, what happens if the buffer distance changes or the director wants to look at different layers such as land use or just the commercial properties? In this section, you will explore different ways you can allow users to provide input for specified parameters included within your model.
Right now, the model you created is hardcoded to a specific set of variables. If something changes, you will be forced to edit the model before it can be used. Wouldn't it be more effective to allow others to specify different values for the variables in the model when they run it? You can allow that. It simply requires you to designate a variable as a parameter within the model. This allows the user to provide a value before they run the model.
To designate a variable as a parameter so that a user can specify a value when it is...
