Buffer features

Purpose

This sample shows how to create a buffer for selected features in the Map control. The buffer size can be controlled using a scale, and the buffer can be created as a graphic or persisted as a shapefile.

How to use

See How to use ArcGIS samples for help running the sample.

1. Run the BufferFeatures application.
2. Click Add Layer to add a feature layer.
3. Click the Select Features tool and select features in the feature layer.
4. Select a desired buffer width.
5. Optionally, check the Save to shape check box and type the file name in the text field to persist the buffer as a shapefile.
6. Click Buffer to buffer the selected features.

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