Summary
Returns the syntax for the specified tool or function.
Discussion
Complete help information for a tool, including complete parameter descriptions, can be accessed by using Python's help function.
import arcpy
help(arcpy.Buffer_analysis)Syntax
Usage (tool_name)
| Parameter | Explanation | Data Type |
tool_name | The tool name to display the syntax. | String |
| Data Type | Explanation |
| String | Returns a string containing the specified tool's syntax. |
Code sample
Print specified tool's syntax.
import arcpy
print(arcpy.Usage("Buffer_analysis"))
print(arcpy.Usage("MakeFeatureLayer_management"))