Edit Command

Now reading version 16.1. For the latest, read: Edit Command for version 21
Applies to Altium Designer versions: 15.1, 16.0, 16.1, 17.0 and 17.1

The Edit Command dialog

The Edit Command dialog

Summary

The Edit Command dialog allows the user to edit command actions, names, add an image to command, or edit the shortcut keys assigned to a command.

Access

To access this dialog, use Ctrl+Left Mouse when the cursor is over the desired command.

Options/Controls

  • Action
    • Process - use the Browse button to open the Process Browser dialog to browse and select the desired process.
    • Parameters - displays the parameters for the command. Click Info for information about the selected command.
  • Caption
    • Caption - use the text box and drop down to select the desired caption for the command.
    • Description - enter a description of the command.
  • Image
    • Bitmap File - Use   to browse and select a picture for the selected command.
      • Preview - displays a preview of the selected picture.
  • Shortcuts
    • Primary - use the drop down menu to select the primary shortcut key for the command.
    • Alternative - use the drop down menu to select a secondary shortcut key for the command.
    • Currently in use by - if the selected primary or alternative shortcut is currently used by another command, this area shows that command.

 

Note

The features available depend on your level of Altium Designer Software Subscription.