An overview of the LAS Dataset toolset

The LAS Dataset toolset provides tools for creating, managing, and optimizing an LAS dataset. The LAS dataset data type references collections of LAS files, making them easier to process, visualize, and analyze.

Tools in the LAS Dataset toolset

Tool	Description
Add Files To LAS Dataset	Adds references for one or more LAS files and surface constraint features to a LAS dataset.
Build LAS Dataset Pyramid	Constructs or updates a LAS dataset display cache, which optimizes its rendering performance.
Create LAS Dataset	Creates a LAS dataset referencing one or more LAS files and optional surface constraint features.
LAS Dataset Statistics	Calculates or updates statistics for a LAS dataset and generates an optional statistics report.
LAS Point Statistics As Raster	Creates a raster whose cell values reflect statistical information about measurements from LAS files referenced by a LAS dataset.
Remove Files From LAS Dataset	Removes one or more LAS files and surface constraint features from a LAS dataset.