Rule Editor Dialog: Grids Tab

The contents of the Grids tab in the Rule Editor dialog are described below. This tab allows you to create multiple grids with different X and Y pitches, and to set active grids for various areas of the board. A separate active grid is used, by default, for tracks, vias, placing components and for designing non-conductor figures and objects.

Default grid

Allows you to select the grid that is used, by default, for tracks, vias, placing components and for designing non-conductor figures and objects. A grid must be selected in each box.

Item	Description
Track grid	Select the grid for pattern designing.
Via grid	Select the grid for entering vias.
Placement grid	Select the grid for placing components.
Non conductor grid	Select the grid for designing non-conductor figures and objects.

Grids

Allows you to create a grid by typing its name and clicking Add. The grids that you create can be configured, and set as an active grid for the board. At least one grid must be added, and its pitch defined.

Item		Description
Grid name		Type the name of a grid and click Add. Multiple grids can be created simultaneously by entering multiple names, separated by a space.
Add		The grid names that you define in the Grid name box are moved to the Grid table.
Grid Table		Allows you to set the spacing between grid points for the grids that you create.
	Grid name	Shows the grid names that you create.
	Pitch	Set the spacing between grid points. X: the spacing between grid points in the X direction, for the associated grid. This is a mandatory setting. Y: the spacing between grid points in the Y direction, for the associated grid. This is a mandatory setting.
Delete		Deletes the row that you select in the Grid Table. You can select multiple rows using the Ctrl or Shift key.