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Posted on January 27, 2023 (Updated on July 10, 2025)

ArcMap sometimes ignores labeling expression

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What is a label expression in ArcMap and how does it work?

You can use label expressions to adjust the formatting of your labels. In addition to inserting characters and scripting functions, you can use ArcGIS formatting tags in label expressions. These are special characters for changing the appearance of all or part of your labels.

What are dynamic labels ArcGIS?

Dynamic labels are labels that are placed on a data layer based on user interaction, and whose text is generated dynamically based on a labeling expression stored with the data being labeled.

How do I turn on labels in ArcMap?

Enable labels

  1. From the map tools, select Layers . The layer list appears.
  2. If necessary, select the layer you want to modify using the Active layer drop-down menu.
  3. From the layer options, select Labels .
  4. Turn on the Enable labels toggle button.
  5. Turn off the Enable labels toggle button to turn off labels for the layer.


How do I only label certain features in ArcGIS?

To label selected features in ArcGIS Pro, the labels must be converted to feature-linked annotations. In the Contents pane, right-click the desired feature layer and select Label.
 

How do I use label expressions in ArcGIS?

To write a label expression, complete the following steps:

  1. Right-click a layer in the Contents pane and click Labeling Properties .
  2. Choose a language from the Language menu.
  3. Type an Arcade, Python, VBScript, or JScript expression.
  4. Click Verify to ensure that there are no syntax errors, and click Apply.


Is the label in the ArcMap is static?

The labels are dynamic, and the size of the labels are displayed according to the zoom level of the map, as shown below. In some instances, static layer labels are required for printing, display, and other purposes.
 

What is the difference between dynamic labels and annotation?

Dynamic Labeling requires no setup, little maintenance, and adjusts automatically to scale, but does not allow much control over where the labels are placed. Annotation features are the reverse, they require creation, and maintenance at each scale needed, but allow for complete control of label placement.

What are the 4 types of labels?

There are four major types of labels that companies and small businesses are using for their products and operations: brand labels, informative labels, descriptive labels, and grade labels.
 

What is a static label?

Definition of STATIC CLING LABEL:



These labels are made with a film face material that is laminated to an anti-static release liner; when the face material is removed from the release liner, enough static electricity is generated to ensure that the film will adhere to a substrate.

What are labels in ArcGIS?

In ArcGIS Pro, labeling refers specifically to the process of automatically generating and placing descriptive text for features in maps and scenes. A label is a piece of text on the map that is dynamically placed and whose text string is derived from one or more feature attributes.

What is an expression in ArcGIS?

Query expressions are used in ArcGIS to select a subset of features and table records. Query expressions in ArcGIS adhere to standard SQL expressions. For example, you use this syntax using the Select By Attributes tool or with the Query Builder dialog box to set a layer definition query.

What is the purpose of label command?

In computing, label is a command included with some operating systems (e.g., DOS, IBM OS/2, Microsoft Windows and ReactOS). It is used to create, change, or delete a volume label on a logical drive, such as a hard disk partition or a floppy disk.

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