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Increase default pin spacing when creating parts from spreadsheet

LogicNet

I've been using New Part from spreadsheet in Capture CIS to generate new library symbols, and overall the workflow is working well.
One thing I'm trying to adjust is the default spacing between pins in the generated symbols. Right now the imported parts are created with pins placed fairly close together, and for larger symbols or multi-pin devices the symbols become a little difficult to read during schematic review. Is there a way to increase the default pin spacing during symbol generation itself so newly created parts follow a more readable layout automatically instead of manually repositioning pins afterward?

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  • TechnoBobby
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    Hi  ,

    Yes, this can be controlled. You can change the default pin‑to‑pin spacing for parts created using New Part from Spreadsheet by setting an option in the Command Window before generating the parts:

    SetOptionString GeneratePartPin2PinSpace <n>

    Here, <n> defines the desired spacing. Once set, any symbols generated afterward from the spreadsheet will use this spacing, giving you a more readable layout without needing manual adjustment.

    For more details, refer to below article on ASK portal:
    Title: How to change pin-to-pin spacing during Create Part in Capture
    URL: support.cadence.com/.../ArticleAttachmentPortal

    Hope this helps!

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  • TechnoBobby
    +1

    Hi  ,

    Yes, this can be controlled. You can change the default pin‑to‑pin spacing for parts created using New Part from Spreadsheet by setting an option in the Command Window before generating the parts:

    SetOptionString GeneratePartPin2PinSpace <n>

    Here, <n> defines the desired spacing. Once set, any symbols generated afterward from the spreadsheet will use this spacing, giving you a more readable layout without needing manual adjustment.

    For more details, refer to below article on ASK portal:
    Title: How to change pin-to-pin spacing during Create Part in Capture
    URL: support.cadence.com/.../ArticleAttachmentPortal

    Hope this helps!

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