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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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1. I saw a demo where a GIS editor was sketching features, and attribute prompts appeared while they were sketching. What were those attribute prompts?

   1. That sounds like a Template Favorite. A Template Favorite allows you to combine multiple feature types in a logical workflow, and when you Finish the Sketch, you can have dialogs prompt you for which attributes to use for those features. It is a great time saver and enhances data uniformity among editors. See the topic Features Pane and Feature Favorites to learn about all the different kinds of Favorites.