Map algebra is a way to perform spatial analysis by creating expressions in an algebraic language. With the Raster Calculator tool, you can create and run map algebra expressions that output a raster dataset.
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
|
Build and run a single map algebra expression using Python syntax. |
The map algebra links in the tool documentation may refer to the ArcGIS Spatial Analyst extension documentation. While some of the tools may require the ArcGIS Spatial Analyst extension license, the conceptual information is also valid for the ArcGIS Image Analyst extension.