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Generalize Polygons
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Generalizes ( reduces the number of vertices required to represent a polygon ) the features of a polygon layer using the Douglas-Poiker algorithm. Preserves the polygon topology
Command line syntax
ET_GPGeneralizePolygons <input_dataset> <out_feature class> <generalize_tolerance> {stand_alone}
Parameters
| Expression | Explanation |
|---|---|
| <input_dataset> | A Polygon feature class or feature layer |
| <out_feature class> | A String - the full name of the output feature class (A feature class with the same full name should not exist) |
| <generalize_tolerance> | A Double representing Generalize tolerance (maximum offset) - the maximum distance that the generalized polygons will differ from the original ones |
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{stand_alone} |
A Boolean. Indicates whether the option for stand-alone polygons to be used. VERY IMPORTANT - Set this parameter to TRUE only on polygon datasets that have only stand-alone polygons (no common boundaries between the polygons). |
Scripting syntax
ET_GPGeneralizePolygons (input_dataset, out_feature class, generalize_tolerance)
See the explanations above:
<> - required parameter
{} - optional parameter