The built-in library spans from simple two-pin resistors to complex SMD components and multi-pin connectors.
Even with thousands of macros, you will inevitably need a part that isn't in the default library. Creating a custom macro is a core skill. Here is the classic method for creating a through-hole (PTH) component:
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1️⃣ a complex shape (e.g., castellated pad, gold finger, or slotted hole) 2️⃣ Convert to macro ( Tools > Create Macro ) 3️⃣ Insert anytime – even across different projects Macros Sprint Layout 6.0
Macros allow you to save a portion of a PCB layout and reuse it multiple times in different projects.
: Selecting a macro displays a visual thumbnail before you place it on the board. Layer Integration
The program comes with a library of predefined macros. You can also create and save your own custom macros into organized categories. The Macros Panel in Sprint-Layout 6.0 The built-in library spans from simple two-pin resistors
You can easily create your own custom directories within the macro folder to keep your projects organized. Right-click inside the macro panel to create new folders.
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Standard macros match exact manufacturer datasheets, reducing manufacturing defects. Here is the classic method for creating a
One of the most liberating features of Sprint Layout 6.0 is the ability to create your own macros. If the component you need isn't in the library, you can design it from scratch directly in the main workspace and save it as a macro for future use.
When you save a macro, you define an anchor (the crosshair). This is the "handle" you grab to place the part.