Intersection creates a point or vertex at the place where two segments would intersect if extended far enough. For example, the Intersection construction method can be used to create a parking lot adjoining an L-shaped building. The outer corner of the lot should be located at the point where the two outermost walls of the building would intersect if they were extended.
- These steps can be used to create either point features or vertices in lines and polygons:
To create a point feature
Click a point feature template in the Create Features window and click the Point tool .
To create a vertex in a line
Click a line feature template in the Create Features window and click the Line tool .
To create a vertex in a polygon
Click a polygon feature template in the Create Features window and click the Polygon tool .
- Click Intersection on the Editor toolbar construction method palette.
- Position the crosshairs over the first segment you want to create an intersection with, and click.
- Position the crosshairs over the second segment and click to add a vertex or point at the implied intersection of the two segments.
The pointer turns into crosshairs.
A line extends from that segment across the map display so that you can see the first angle used to construct the point of intersection.