[gis_info] Choosing the Right Projection for COGO Work in ArcGIS Pro

Eric Pimpler eric at geospatialtraining.com
Thu Jan 15 08:02:55 PST 2026


When using Coordinate Geometry (COGO) tools in ArcGIS Pro, projection
choice influences how distances and bearings are interpreted, where
linework is placed, and how boundary areas are calculated. Because
projections define how the curved surface of the earth is represented on a
flat map, they play a direct role in the positional accuracy and
measurement behavior of GIS data. Understanding why projections matter—and
how to choose an appropriate one—helps ensure COGO editing behaves
predictably without adding unnecessary complexity to the workflow.

Read the entire article.
<https://geospatialtraining.com/choosing-the-right-projection-for-cogo-work-in-arcgis-pro/>


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