If a component isn't in the standard library, you can create your own:

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: Use the Delete Macro button in the library panel to remove any selected macros you no longer need. com/iwakura/sl-macros">GitHub or SolderingMind ? Sprint-Layout 6.0

Think of a macro as a "Stamp" or "Clone Stamp." You draw a complex structure once, save it as a .mac file, and then paste it anywhere on your board with a single click.

When you insert that macro, all objects will land on their original layers automatically. This is extremely useful for edge connectors or RF shield footprints.

Since the default library may lack specific or modern components like MSOP-8 or specialized SMD parts, many designers use community-created collections from sites like GitHub or SolderingMind .

Use the "Rotate" functionality before dropping the macro to place it in the correct orientation. 2. Creating Custom Macros

These files use the .lm6 extension and act as the "building blocks" of your PCB project. Why You Need a Robust Macro Library

As highlighted in user documentation , Sprint-Layout 6.0 provides an extensive built-in library, but the ability to create, customize, and organize your own macros is essential for custom projects. What are Macros in Sprint-Layout 6.0?

Unlike a full component library (which requires editing .lib files), a macro is simply a saved selection. You can store anything from a single test point to a 100-pin microcontroller footprint.

When downloading macros from the internet:

Organize components by type, such as "Resistors," "Capacitors," or "ICs."

.lmk (Layout Macro Kit)

Before or after placing, press the Spacebar to rotate the component in 90-degree increments, or use the toolbar mirroring functions for bottom-layer placement. How to Create Your Own Custom Macros

: Macros are saved as lightweight, individual binary files with the .lmk extension.

If the library doesn't have the part you need, you can build it manually: Draw the Footprint solder pads (copper layers) and draw the component outline (silkscreen layers) according to the part's datasheet. Select All Elements

The library panel allows you to browse through categories of components. Simply drag and drop the desired macro directly onto your board layout.