This Properties dialog allows you to change the properties of a selected teardrop.
Shortcuts
Default Keys: I or Alt+Enter
Default Menu: Edit
Command: Properties
Locating this option
Available from: Edit menu > Properties option
Available from: Context menu > Properties option
Available from: Shortcut key > I
Creating Teardrops
Teardrops are small ‘fillets’ used to thicken up items which are different in size. An example teardrop attached to a track and pad is shown below:
Teardrops can be created using the Add Teardrops options to add teardrops to specific tracks, whole nets, or to the whole design.
Using the Teardrop Properties Dialog
Use to change the shape and size of the selected teardrop.
The choice of teardrop Shape is for the normal Triangle shape and the Curved Triangle shape. The Curved Triangle shape gives you a slightly less harsh shape than the traditional Triangle shape.
The V Angle allows you to define the length of the teardrop based on its angle between the two items. A 60 degree angle is set as the default but can be changed to your own requirements.
Length allows you to define the size of the teardrop by its length from the edge of the pad to the end of the teardrop. The length value must be greater than 0. With this selected, V Angle is deselected.