This tab allows you to set the default properties used when inserting an Area into the design.
Shortcuts
Default Keys: Shift+D
Default Menu: Setup
Command: Design Settings
Locating this option
Available from:
Setup menu > Design Settings option > Defaults > Area page
Setup menu > Technology option > Design Settings > Defaults > Area page
Using the Area Defaults Tab
An Area can have a default Layer (if selected in PCB) and a Line Style defined for it.
Layer
In PCB, the Layer name to be used for the area is selected from a drop down list defined in the Technology Layers dialog.
As well as specific named electrical layers, you can also choose layer sets
Line Style
The Line Style used for the area is selected from a drop down list defined in the Technology Line Styles dialog.
Related Topics
Insert Area | Technology Overview | Technology - Layer | Technology - Line Style | Properties | Area Properties