holman_michael wrote: > One of my basic requirements for Schematic capture programs is easy creation > and editing of library components. At first, this program looked promising, > but I was very disappointed to see that I could not create a new part by > starting with an existing one (no clone/copy etc. functionality). I don't > even see how you rename a part. It's also strange that, unlike the schematic > editor, the library editor has no menu bar (I know it has the icons but it's > a little odd and limiting). > > I don't want to be critical since the program is quite an achievement for a > single person, but I know from experience I will be wanting to clone many > parts and I think the library interface will frustrate me. > > I also find the parts placement cumbersome and would prefer a scrollable > toolbar like many programs use. It's a bit over the top to invoke a whole > window to select a device. I suppose once you get a history list going it's > not so bad assuming it saves that information. > > > > Edit Component properties. Then edit "value/Chip name" field. Then when you save the component, it will use your modified name. I create a separate library for each project. I then load a desired part from one of the supplied libraries, change the working library, and then save to my new library.
Dave - WB6DHW <http://wb6dhw.com>
