This tab allows you to set the default properties when using Insert Template in your PCB design. the Template will be used as the Pour Copper outline.

Shortcuts

Default Keys: Shift+D

Default Menu: Setup

Command: Design Settings

Locating this option

Available from:

Setup menu > Design Settings option > Defaults > Template page

Setup menu > Technology option > Design Settings > Defaults > Template page

Using the Template Defaults Tab

Layer

The Layer that the Template is added to is selected from a drop down list defined in the Layers dialog, this will be an electrical layer.

Line Style

Choose the line style from the drop down list defined in your technology. This style is important as it defines the copper thickness used for the copper pour.

Order Text

The Order Text is used when the Pour Order is displayed in the design. The style is selected from a drop down list that has been defined in the Technology Text Styles dialog.

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