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18 ArcGIS Desktop Reviews
4.5 out of 5
18 ArcGIS Desktop Reviews
4.5 out of 5

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Ali K.
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Geographic Information Systems Engineer
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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

The best Geographic information system help you to manage ,analyse your data with a wide range of features and connect these descriptive data to geographic data and do your network ,location ,projection by simple tools and get a multi-type of maps as your needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

Really after a 7 years of experiences with many projects,I haven't found any downside in ArcGIS Desktop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

Despite its interface and limited customization options I must say that the cartographic capabilities of ArcGIS Desktop are truly impressive. The software offers configurations that eventually prove to be advantageous. Although it can be complex, at times it provides a range of features. The only downside is that it tends to slow down when dealing with datasets. Nevertheless even though it includes tools that I might not personally utilize I still consider it to be a choice for my work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

The access to features such as editing attachments and conducting analysis without an expensive Advanced license is quite limited. Additionally the online version comes with a cost, which often leads us to rely on partnerships, for access. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sukanta  D.
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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

The simplicity of arcgis dekstop is the best part of the software. Mainly the arctoolbox and operations are very simple and pre build. And various extension will be available to used here its very helpful Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

The software hang, sometime when It's overloaded and raster to points take time to load, its very difficult to beat this situation otherwise everything is fine. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

It has a charm that I personally enjoy. While it may not be as customizable, as programs I find that this actually helps me stay focused on my tasks. However what I love most about ArcGIS Desktop is its ability to create maps. It might not be the best in the market. It still allows me to add those final touches to my maps in a satisfying way. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

I dislike its cost, which limits accessibility and makes collaboration difficult for departments. It can be frustrating when we have to rely on another department for account access. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

ML
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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

It is the leading GIS software for a reason. It has all the tools you need for data management, analysis, and cartography. The most widely used GIS software expands beyond a desktop application with several online tools. While new iterations of the program are now available (ArcPro), ArcGIS Desktop remains a powerful GIS program I still use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

The look and style of its interface may seem outdated to some. It is less customizable as compared to other programs. My biggest dislike, however, is its cartographic ability. While still very good, I do find myself putting the final touches to my maps in ArcPro. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Rahul S.
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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

As a landscape architect, Arcgis is providing a great help in understanding the regional setting as well as micro elements in landscape. I don't think any other competitors have such detailed data formats. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

Took some time in mastering the software.

Also I couldn't find the shortcuts in the beginning and dragged a lot in the process. But later, watched some YouTube tutorials and gained speed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

The GIS programme ArcGIS Desktop is simple to learn and clear. It is packed with a tonne of addons that make finding or completing network pieces incredibly quick. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

When compared to other software solutions, the level of customization it provides is inadequate. But its cartographic talents are where I am disappointed the most. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Vaishnavi G.
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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

The advanced visualisation of satellite imagery through powerful management tools makes it easier to analyse and interpret data extensively. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

The downside of ArcGIS is the storage process of data files as it does not allow to create files in the main frame. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Shreya B.
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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

The built in toolboxes comes very handy whenever a new challenge is there for analysing geographical data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

There's nothing to dislike about. Just that, this product should continue. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SHOBHIT P.
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What do you like best about ArcGIS Desktop?

Python integration and various GIS and Remote Sensing tools Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ArcGIS Desktop?

It uses the single core of the PC processor. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.