How do I access and use the tools in ArcGIS?
Tools in ArcGIS are the building blocks upon which you will be able to manipulate your data. All tools are located within the ArcGIS toolbox. Click on the red toolbox icon to browse through the tools available to you. You can use the search feature to find the tools that whichever tool you are looking for (generally tools are named after the action they perform such as clip or erase). In addition, you can find out more information both on how the tool will alter your data and what information you need to input by double clicking on the tool of interest and then clicking Show help. Note that when you select different parts of the dialogue box (i.e. different places youll need to fill out in order for the tool to run property), the help window will change to reflect that particular portion of the tool.
