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The File Export IDF dialog

Summary

The File Export IDF dialog allows the user to configure the properties of exported IDF files. 

Access

The dialog is accessed by clicking Save in the Export File dialog after clicking File » Export » IDF Board. 

Options/Controls

• Version - selected the appropriate version.
• Units - select the appropriate units: Imperial or Metric.
• Exported Drilled Holes 
  • All - select to export all drilled holes.
  • Selected - select to export only the selected drilled holes.
  • Larger Than - select to export only drilled holes that are larger than the size you specify in the text box.
• Exported Sections - enable the checkbox of the desired sections.
• File Compatibility
  • ​Replace '.' With '_' In Component Names - check this box to replace a period character with an underscore character within names of components.
  • Replace Blank Component Fields With - enter text for which you want to replace blank component fields.
• Component Outlines From Multiple Component Bodies
  • Use Bounding Component Body - select to use a bounding component body.
  • Create Sub Components -  select to create sub-components.
• Generated Files - exporting IDF files will generate two files – one containing information about the physical size and shape of the PCB and positions of components, and the other containing information about each component including name, size, and shape. These are typically referred to as the board and library files, respectively. Different CAD packages use different file extensions for the board and library files. Use the drop-down to select the board file and library file extensions of the generated files. Choices include:
  • .brd and .pro
  • .brd and .lib
  • .emn and .emp
  • .bdf and .ldf
  • .idb and .idl
• Use Unicode - check this box to use the Unicode standard for text in the generated files.