Changing a Symbol’s Reference Point

The reference point of a symbol controls the position of a symbol over a feature in a map. The default reference point is the center of the symbol. In the standard Style Point dialog box, for Reference Point, X specifies a value for the horizontal center of the symbol. Y specifies a value for the vertical center of the symbol. For enhanced styles, this is an option in the Advanced section.

To change the reference point of a symbol for standard styles

1. In the Style Point dialog box, select Style A Point Symbol.
2. For Symbol, specify the symbol to edit.
3. For Reference Point, click [...].
4. In the Symbol Editor, use any of the following methods to define the reference point:
   • Click the new reference point.

     A red box indicates the new position of the reference point. The X and Y values are updated.

   • Click Center.

     The reference point is positioned at the center of the symbol.

   • Enter values for X and Y.

   Use In, Out, and Extents to adjust your view of the symbol as needed. To view the edges of the symbol, click Outline.

5. If necessary, click Reset to restore the reference point to its original position.
6. Click OK.
7. Click File menu Save.