Edit Layer

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The Edit Layer dialog
The Edit Layer dialog

Summary

This dialog allows you to edit the layer name and copper thickness.

Access

In the PCB editor, double-click on a layer tab at the bottom of the workspace.

Options/Controls

  • Name - Create or edit the layer's name in this field.
  • Copper thickness - Enter copper thickness for the layer in this field. Use the Ctrl+Q hotkey to switch between unit measurements (mm or mil).

When an internal plane is selected, the dialog include the following options:

  • Name - Create or edit the internal plane's name in this field.
  • Copper thickness - Enter copper thickness for the internal plane in this field. Use the Ctrl+Q hotkey to switch between unit measurements (mm or mil).
  • Net name - Choose a net from drop-down list to assign to the internal plane.
  • Pullback - Enter the pullback value for the internal plane.
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