Testpoints Dialog

The Testpoints dialog displays the values associated with testpoints, including their error status, if applicable. It is displayed by clicking Net / Route> Testpoint > Testpoint Testpoint split menu > Testpoint Table Display Testpoint Table on the ribbon.

Item   Description
Show only testpoints with errors  
  • Selected: only testpoints are shown that violate DRC for testpoint values.
  • Not selected: all testpoints are shown.
Update   If testpoint data is changed while the Testpoints dialog is open, the data that is shown in the dialog is updated.
Testpoints table    
  Testpoint reference The reference name that is automatically assigned to the testpoint.
  Net name The net that is associated with the testpoint.
  Component pin The component pin that is associated with the testpoint.
  Component placed area For the component that is associated with a testpoint, this is the side of the board on which it is placed.
  Padstack name The name of the padstack.
  Padstack angle The angle that is associated with a padstack.
  Padstack type Indicates the type of padstack as SMD (Surface Mount Device) or PTH (Plated Through Hole) or VIA.
  Testpoint side The side of the board on which the testpoint is placed.
  X coordinate The X coordinate for the position of the testpoint.
  Y coordinate The Y coordinate for the position of the testpoint.
  On grid Indicates whether the testpoint is located on the lines of the grid.
  Error status Shows the error status of the testpoint, if applicable. An error is shown if the testpoint violates a DRC for testpoint value.
Report   Displays the Testpoint Position Report dialog.

 

Related Topics
Checking Testpoints