Use the selection tool to draw a bounding box around all the pads and silkscreen lines you just created.
In Sprint Layout, a is a pre-designed component library element. It acts as a template for a physical component, such as an integrated circuit (IC), resistor, capacitor, connector, or transistor. Macros include:
Many hobbyist communities and professional designers share .lmk (Layout Macro) files. To install these: macros sprint layout 60
Macros are saved as individual files with the .lmk extension.
: Switch to a mechanical layer (e.g., the "Keepout" layer). Use the "Rectangle" tool to draw a 14 mm x 14 mm square around your pads. This represents the physical space the key switch will occupy and prevents other traces from being routed too close. Use the selection tool to draw a bounding
: Click the corresponding button in the toolbar to show or hide the library panel.
To truly master Sprint-Layout 6.0, apply these advanced practices to your macro workflow: Using the "Break Apart" Feature Use the "Rectangle" tool to draw a 14
Before placing a single pad, look at your component’s datasheet. Check if the pin spacing is metric (e.g., 1.0mm, 0.5mm) or imperial (e.g., 2.54mm / 100 mil). Set your Sprint-Layout grid accordingly to make alignment seamless. Step 2: Draw the Footprint