PCB Guide 5 - Creating the PCB

IN PROGRESS
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Now that the schematic is finished and footprint data has been exported, we can begin with the PCB.

Step 8. Preparing for PCB edits

Close schematic editor, and open the PCB file.

 

First, let's adjust the grid so it's fine tuned for making keyboards.

On the left pane, switch the units to mm.

In View -> Grid Settings, set the custom grid size to 0.79375mm (19.05/24). This value is just fine enough for placing diodes, and just rough enough for easily placing switches.

Set the fast switching values to custom and 5mil.
This allows fast grid switching by holding Alt+1 and Alt+2.
5mil is a value well suited for routing.