In the next couple of blog posts, we want to explain a bit about the two tools you can use to create buffers in ArcGIS. Buffers are used not only in analysis of distances and areas around point, line and area features, they are also used in mapping to achieve a number of cartographic effects, such as coastal vignettes. Since there are two tools and multiple methods you can use to create buffers, and each have their particular strengths and weaknesses, we thought it would be good to review these for you. In the next couple of blog posts, we'll describe the tools and methods, how they differ and what you need to consider when using them. Read More...
