Is there a way to Dissolve multiple polygons that share the same ID without changing the geometry of shared boundaries?
For instance, in the following attached graphic, I have four polygons all with the same attribute ID , M-45.
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If I were just Dissolving or Merging Polygons A & B, I'll get one multi-part polygon, with 8 vertices total. Same thing if I combine A & Z. So while they are now one feature, I can still manipulate the vertices of each square independently.
However, if I Dissolve Polygons B & C, the boundary will be dissolved, and I will have one rectangle shape whereas I'd rather retain the boundary line and all 8 vertices.
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I realize that this is standard operating procedure for how Dissolve and Merge works, but does anyone know a way around this?
For instance, in the following attached graphic, I have four polygons all with the same attribute ID , M-45.
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If I were just Dissolving or Merging Polygons A & B, I'll get one multi-part polygon, with 8 vertices total. Same thing if I combine A & Z. So while they are now one feature, I can still manipulate the vertices of each square independently.
However, if I Dissolve Polygons B & C, the boundary will be dissolved, and I will have one rectangle shape whereas I'd rather retain the boundary line and all 8 vertices.
Attachment 19756
I realize that this is standard operating procedure for how Dissolve and Merge works, but does anyone know a way around this?