Set Subtype Field (Data Management)

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Summary

Defines the field in the input table or feature class that stores the subtype codes.

Usage

  • A feature class or table can have only one subtype field.

  • After a subtype field is set, subtype codes can be added to the feature class or table using the Add Subtype tool.

  • You can also view and manage subtypes in Subtypes view which can be opened by clicking the Subtypes button found in the Design section of the Data ribbon, or the by clicking the Subtypes button on the Fields view ribbon.

  • This tool can also be used to clear the subtype field if a subtype field is no longer needed.

Parameters

LabelExplanationData Type
Input Table

The input table or feature class that contains the field to set as a subtype field.

Table View
Field Name
(Optional)

The integer field that will store the subtype codes.

Field
Clear Value
(Optional)

Specifies whether to clear the subtype field.

  • Checked—The subtype field will be cleared (set to null).
  • Unchecked—The subtype field will not be cleared. This is the default.
Boolean

Derived Output

LabelExplanationData Type
Updated Input Table

The updated table or feature class.

Table View

Licensing information

  • Basic: Yes
  • Standard: Yes
  • Advanced: Yes

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