This tab allows you to set the default properties for Copper shapes, used when added to your PCB design.
Shortcuts
Default Keys: Shift+D
Default Menu: Setup
Command: Design Settings
Locating this option
Available from:
Setup menu > Design Settings option > Defaults > Copper page
Setup menu > Technology option > Design Settings > Defaults > Copper page
Using the Copper Defaults Tab
Layer
Select a Layer to add the Copper shape to. Select from a drop down list defined in the Technology Layers dialog, this can be any electrical layer in the design.
Line Style
The Line Style used for the Copper shape is selected from a drop down list defined in the Technology Line styles dialog.
Closed
Select this check box if you wish the Copper Shape to be a Closed shape.
Filled
Select this check box if you wish the Copper Shape to be Filled. Leave it unchecked to make it unfilled.
Hatched
Select this check box if you wish the Copper Shape to be Hatched or Cross Hatched. When checked, you must also choose the Hatch Style from a drop down list defined in the Technology Hatch Styles dialog.
Related Topics
Insert Copper | Technology Overview | Technology - Attribute Names | Properties | Shape Properties