how to change position of lable in polygon in arcmap 10.8

In ArcMap 10.8, adjusting the position of labels for polygons can enhance the readability of your map. Here's how you can change the position of labels for polygon features: ### Method 1: Using Label Properties 1. **Open the Layer Properties**: - Right-click on the polygon layer in the Table of Contents. - Select **Properties**. 2. **Go to the Labels Tab**: - In the Layer Properties window, click on the **Labels** tab. 3. **Text Symbol**: - Click on the **Text Symbol** button to adjust the font style, size, etc., as per your preference. 4. **Label Placement**: - Under the **Placement** section, you can choose how labels will be positioned. - Depending on your needs, you can select options like **Center**, **Above**, **Below**, **Right**, or **Left**. - For complex shapes, you can use **Best Placement** to let ArcMap decide based on the polygon shape. 5. **Advanced Placement Properties**: - Click on **Placement Properties** for more advanced options, such as halo style, buffer settings, or offset controls, which could also allow you to fine-tune the positioning. 6. **Click OK**: - After making your adjustments, click **OK** to apply the changes. ### Method 2: Using Annotation If you want even more control over the position and style of your labels, consider converting your labels to annotations. 1. **Convert Labels to Annotation**: - Right-click on the polygon layer and select **Convert Labels to Annotation**. This will allow you to edit labels individually. - You can choose to create the annotation in the same or a new feature class. 2. **Edit Annotation**: - Once converted, you can use the **Edit Annotation** tool to manually drag labels to your desired positions. 3. **Save Edits**: - Don’t forget to save your edits once you are satisfied with the placements. ### Additional Tips: - If you have multiple polygons and they overlap, consider using **Label Priority** settings within the Label tab to control which labels are displayed. - You can also use map extent settings to control label visibility depending on zoom levels. - If you need individual label changes for specific features, annotation is typically the most flexible option. By following these steps, you should be able to effectively change the position of labels in your polygon layer in ArcMap 10.8.