Exporting metadata from the Description tab
Export metadata from the Description tab if you have updated information and want to publish the most current version of your metadata.
Steps:
- In the Catalog window, click the item whose metadata you want to export.
- View the item's metadata.
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Click the Export button in the Description tab.
The Export Metadata tool opens. The Translator parameter is populated with the appropriate value for your metadata style.
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Provide an appropriate name for the exported metadata in the Output File text box.
The exported file can't be stored in a geodatabase.
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Click OK.
A stand-alone metadata XML file is created as specified by the Output File parameter. The contents of this file are formatted appropriately for your metadata style.
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11/14/2011