Rotating a map frame in ArcGIS Pro allows you to change the orientation of the geographic data displayed within that frame on your layout page. This is a common task when creating maps to ensure your area of interest is displayed effectively.
Here's how to rotate a map frame in your ArcGIS Pro layout view, based on the provided steps:
Steps to Rotate a Map Frame
You can easily adjust the rotation of a map frame using its properties within the layout view.
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Access Map Frame Properties:
- In the layout view, look at the Contents pane.
- Right-click the specific map frame you want to rotate.
- Select Properties from the context menu that appears.
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Navigate to Placement Settings:
- After selecting Properties, the Element pane will open.
- In the Element pane, click the Placement option. This section controls the position, size, and rotation of the map frame element on the layout page.
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Specify the Rotation Angle:
- Within the Placement settings, find the Position section.
- Locate the setting for Rotation.
- You can either:
- Select a desired angle from a predefined list (if available).
- Type the exact rotation angle you want for the map frame. The angle is typically measured in degrees.
Once you enter or select the angle, the map frame and its contents will rotate accordingly on your layout page.
Understanding Map Frame Rotation
Rotating a map frame rotates the view of the map within that frame relative to the layout page. It doesn't rotate the layout page itself (like changing from portrait to landscape, which is a page setup setting), but rather spins the map content within the rectangular frame element on the page. This is useful for:
- Orienting north to point towards the top or a specific direction.
- Aligning a linear feature (like a road or river) with the page edge.
- Fitting an irregularly shaped area more effectively onto the page.
By following these steps, you can precisely control the orientation of your geographic data within the layout view using the map frame's rotation property.
