Hi Patrick,
Each module has an anchor defined.
when you move a module you can see the X-Y coordinates down on the status bar.
Select the smallest grid in order to have a more accurate position.
With the space key you can define a new origin anywhere in the layout. The
absolute origin doesn't change. If the mouse is not very exact, you can move
the module with the arrows.
Good luck,
Pedro.
> Dear all,
>
> I am new to KiCAD but am very impressive in using it. I have drawn
> several schematics and am about to start PCB layout.
>
> After defined the PCB board size and read the netlist, how can I
> place some of the components on some precise positions?
>
> For instance I have a DIN 96-pin male connector on the board that
> require to plug with a female connector on a back plane. The
> position of the DIN male connector have to be precise for it to fit
> with back plane in a rack.
>
> Commerical CAD packages like PowerPCB allow defining a reference
> origin on the board (say top left corner) and enter the X-Y
> coordinate of the component module with respect to the origin. Doing
> so the module is placed exactly on the required position.
>
> Anyone have idea please advise.
>
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Patrick
>
>
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