From the New dialog, a Schematic Symbol editor session can begin. From this dialog you can also specify the Technology File to be used. You can also start a new Symbol using [None] but it is not recommended.
Shortcuts
Default Keys: None
Default Menu: File
Command: New
Locating this option
Available from: File menu > New > Design tab Schematic Symbol
Creating a new Symbol
Using the New option from the File menu select Schematic Symbol
By clicking Schematic Design the Technology and Profile File windows are activated.
In Technology you may select an appropriate existing Technology File. See also SCM Technology. If there are no Technology Files created as yet you may select None. In this case the Technology used will be a default set of text styles, connection widths, etc. These parameters may be edited for this particular design and then saved as a new Technology File.
The Profile File option is not available (or relevant) for a new Symbol.
Use the Set Units check box to define your Units and Precision overwriting the units defined in the Technology File selected.
Choose between Imperial and Metric units by selecting the relevant radio button. Choose the unit type next to the units selection.
Click OK and the Symbol Editor window will open.
Once the design session has started the technology can be edited and saved at any time if required. This simple process saves downstream time for future designs where the start point has already been created.
This new session is ready for the creation of a new Symbol using the basics, Pins, Shapes, Text and Attribute. To assist Symbol creation, you also have the Symbol Wizard which simplifies and automates the symbol creation process for you.
Related Topics
New Dialog | Technology Files | Schematic Technology | Technology Dialog | Symbol Wizard