Convert Feature to Raster

Convert Feature to Raster tool


This tool converts features to a raster dataset.

Any feature class containing point, line, or polygon features can be converted to a raster dataset.

The cell center is used to decide the value of the output raster pixel.

The input field type determines the type of output raster. If the field is integer, the output raster will be integer; if it is floating point, the output will be floating point.

Choose feature layer to convert


The input feature layer to convert to a raster dataset.

Choose field


Choose the field that will be used to assign values to the output raster.

Output cell size


The cell size and unit for the output rasters.

The available units are Miles, Feet, Kilometers, and Meters. The default is Feet.

Result layer name


The name of the layer that will be created in My Content and added to the map. The default name is based on the tool name and the input layer name. If the layer already exists, you will be prompted to provide another name.

You can specify the name of a folder in My Content where the result will be saved using the Save result in drop-down box.