A spatial reference is a set of parameters, typically defined by a WKID, that define the coordinate system and spatial properties for geographic data. Applications use a spatial reference to correctly display geographic data in a map
Also known as
- Projected Coordinate System
- Geographic Coordinate System
Related terms
- point
A point is a type of geometry containing a single set of x,ycoordinates and a spatial reference. - polyline
A polyline is a type of geometry containing ordered point coordinates and a spatial reference. - polygon
A polygon is a type of geometry containing an array of rings and a spatial reference. Each ring contains an array of point coordinates, where the first and last point are the same.