Chapter 4 Working with Parts
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Viewing and Editing Test Point Properties
Complete the following steps to edit a test point’s properties:
1. Select the test point and select Edit»Properties. The Testpoint
Properties dialog appears.
2. Select the Test Point tab.
3. In the Wire area, set the following as desired:
•Drill Diameter
•Board Side—The side of the board on which the test point
appears. Select Top or Bottom.
•Rotation—The angle of rotation of the test point.
4. In the Pin Type area, choose either Through Hole Technology or
Surface Mount Technology.
5. Click OK.
To edit a test point’s attributes, use the Attributes tab. Refer to the
Attributes section for more information.
Working with DimensionsPlacing Dimensions
Dimensions can be placed on a silkscreen (top or bottom) layer.
To set dimension parameters, including arrow style, text style, position,
orientation, and alignment, choose Options»Global Preferences and
select the Dimensions tab.
Complete the following steps to place a dimension on the board:
1. Be sure you have selected the silkscreen (top or bottom) layer.
2. Choose Place»Dimension and choose the type of dimension to be
placed:
•Standard—If the dimension is to be placed at an angle.
•Horizontal—If the dimension is to be placed horizontally.
•Vertical—If the dimension is to be placed vertically.
3. Click to define the starting point of the dimension.
4. Move the pointer to the end point of the dimension. Ultiboard
measures as you move the pointer.