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Allegro - Tip of the Week: Copy Shape to Different Layers

By now, many of you have used the Z-Copy command to copy shapes across layers. Consider a more robust option that involves first selecting a shape (Shape > Select Shape or Void/Cavity) and then using the right mouse button to access the Copy to Layers command. Select the target class and subclasses and then consider the options at the bottom of the form: Create dynamic shape and Retain net. Do not forget to click the Copy button before clicking OK. It can be an oversight sometimes.

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soll over 3 years ago

Hello, thank you for the tip ! May I ask why it is considered a more "robust" method for copying shapes across layer ? I don't see the difference. Is there a reliability issue with the Z copy method, or is it just more convenient to use the right click method ?
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soll over 3 years ago

Hello, thank you for the tip ! May I ask why it is considered a more "robust" method for copying shapes across layer ? I don't see the difference. Is there a reliability issue with the Z copy method, or is it just more convenient to use the right click method ?
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PCBTech over 3 years ago in reply to soll

Hello, there are no issues with Z Copy, it's just that having control in right mouse button is sometimes more handy while working.
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soll over 3 years ago in reply to PCBTech

Ok, thank you for the answer ! It is indeed more handy.
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