Open the Harness Builder

To begin, click Builder → Harness Builder in the top navigation menu. This opens the interactive canvas where you will create your cable harness or assembly schematic.

• The left sidebar displays your harness summary and bill of materials (BOM).
• The center canvas is where you place components and make connections.
• The right toolbar provides access to the Component Library, Wire Library, Cable Library, and PDF Page Configuration.
• The top toolbar contains tools for saving, editing project details, exporting designs, and advanced features.
• The bottom toolbar shows wire properties, swap status, or other context-specific details.

Configure Your Workspace

Access Settings settings from the top toolbar or context menu to customize your design environment.

grid_on Grid Settings

• Toggle grid visibility for alignment reference.
• Adjust grid spacing to suit your layout.
• Enable snap-to-grid for precise placement.

tune Unit Preferences

• Select wire diameter units: AWG or mm².
• Select length units: Imperial (inches) or Metric (mm).
• Units update automatically throughout the BOM and exports.

Toolbar & Controls

Familiarize yourself with the main toolbar and interface elements.

Main Toolbar

• edit Edit: Project name, description, and notes.
• folder_open Load: Open existing harness assemblies.
• save Save: Auto-save indicator and manual save options.
• undo redo Undo/Redo: Command history with hover previews.
• link Bulk Connect: Connect multiple pins quickly.
• share Share: Share a harness via public link.
• file_download Export: PDF, SVG, PNG, and WireViz formats.
• select_all Box Select: Select multiple items.
• fit_screen Fit to View: Fit the design to the screen.
• schema Schematic View: Switch to schematic wiring diagram.
• straighten Layout View: Switch to physical layout view.

Search and Select Components

Click the Component Library button on the right toolbar to open the search window. You can browse by category or shape, search by part number, or filter by specifications.

• Browse by category: Circuit Breakers, Fuses, Connectors, Switches, etc.
• Browse by shape: Circular, USB, D-Sub, Rectangular, Ferrule, Quick Disconnect, Ring Terminal, Terminal Block.
• Search by part number, manufacturer, or keyword.
• Filter results by pin count, voltage rating, or series.
• Click add to add the selected component to your harness.
• Click open_in_new to open the datasheet.

Component Categories & Shapes

Build Custom Components

When a component isn't available in the library, you can create a generic component with custom pin counts, shapes, and properties.

Creating a Generic Component

• Click the Component Library button on the right toolbar.
• Click the add Create button at the top right to enter generic creation mode.
• Step 1: Select a category (Connector, Circuit Breaker, Fuse, etc.)
• Step 2: Choose a visual template from the grid, or upload custom SVG graphics
• Step 3: Fill in component details:
  • MPN: Manufacturer Part Number (required)
  • Manufacturer: Component manufacturer name
  • Description: Brief description of the component
  • Positions: Number of pins/contacts
  • Datasheet URL: Link to manufacturer documentation
  • Image URL: Link to product image
• Check "Make public" to share your component with other users.
• Click Create to add the generic component to your harness.

Arrange Your Layout

Splice automatically routes wires and cable cores for optimal visibility. For clean layouts, position connector blocks, cable blocks, and wire bundle blocks in a logical pattern relative to each other.

Single Component Movement

• Drag components using the handle at the top-left corner.
• Use zoom controls for precision.
• Enable snap-to-grid for alignment.

Multi-Select Operations

• Box Select: Click and drag to select multiple items.
• Ctrl+Click: Add individual items to your selection.
• Group Move: Drag any selected item to move the group.
• Group Delete: Press Delete to remove all selected items.

Copy & Paste

• Ctrl+C: Copy selected components
• Ctrl+V: Paste to clone a component or cable

Splice uses three visual block types—Component Blocks, Wire Bundle Blocks, and Cable Blocks—each with unique characteristics and controls.

Component Block Header

• Designator: Auto-generated ID (X1, CB1, F1, SW1, etc.)
• Part Number: Manufacturer and MPN
• Type Description: Shape and gender designation, or category specific data
• Drag Handle: Gray square (top-left) for moving components

Designator Prefixes

CB1 Circuit Breakers

F1 Fuses

radio_button_checkedS1 Push Buttons

toggle_onSW1 Switches

K1 Relays

electrical_servicesKM1 Contactors

scheduleKT1 Timers

powerPS1 Power Supplies

M1 Motors

airFAN1 Fans

memoryPCB1 PCBs

R1 Resistors

C1 Capacitors

D1 Diodes

L1 Inductors

T1 Transformers

INV1 Inverters

battery_charging_fullBAT1 Batteries

PV1 Solar Cells

call_splitSP1 Splices

X1 Connectors (default)

C1 Cables

Pin Section

• Pin Numbers: Default numbering, customizable with pin mapping.
• Signal Names: Editable labels for each pin.
• Connection Circles: Visual connection points.

Bundle Header

• Bundle ID: Displays connected endpoints (e.g., Bundle X1|X2).
• Length: User-defined wire bundle length

Wire Information Format

• Format: "From | Signal | Gauge | Stranding | Color | To"
• Example: "X1.1 | TX | 22 AWG | 7/30 | blue | X2.1"
• Connection Points: Shows specific pin assignments

Cable Header

• Cable ID: Auto-numbered (C1, C2, etc.).
• Specifications: Manufacturer, part number, and length.
• Shield Indicator: Yellow "Shld." badge if shielded.
• Jacket Color: Visual indicator of cable jacket color.

Core Structure

• Core Numbers: Sequential conductor identification (1, 2, 3, 4...)
• Color Coding: Individual core colors for identification
• Core Numbers in Circles: Quick visual reference
• Shield Connection: Separate row for shield connection

Connect Pins with Wires

Use the Wire Library to select wires and create connections between component pins.

Basic Connection Process

• Click the Wire Library button on the right toolbar.
• Select a wire type from the library.
• Click the first pin to connect.
• Click the second pin to complete the connection.
• The wire will auto-route between the pins.

Managing Connections

• Click a connection to open the property editor at the bottom of the canvas.
• Edit wire properties such as color or gauge without breaking the connection.

Bulk Editing Wires

• Select a wire bundle in the left sidebar or Ctrl+Click multiple wires on the canvas.
• Edit all selected wire properties as a group in the property editor.

Control Wire Paths

Wires and cable cores include a vertical jog between endpoints. This position is calculated automatically but can be adjusted manually for improved clarity.

Auto-Route Bundles or Cables

• Click the header of a wire bundle or cable block to reveal controls.
• Click Auto-Route to apply automatic routing.
• Click Fix Waypoints to lock the jog position.

Manually Adjust a Single Wire

• Select the wire by clicking on it.
• Drag along its path to create or move waypoints.
• Adjust each waypoint handle for precise routing.

Move All Wires on a Block Side

• Click the block header to reveal controls.
• Use the first_page or last_page buttons at left and right of the block to shift all wires on that side.

Label and Configure Connections

Assign signal names to improve documentation and clarity in manufacturing.

Editing Signal Names

• Click the header of a connector block to reveal controls.
• Click Edit to open the Edit Signals dialog.
• Enter descriptive names such as PWR_12V, GND, CAN_H.
• Signal names will appear in the BOM and exported documents.

Move or Swap Existing Connections

Moving a Connection

• Click the occupied pin to open the Connection Management dialog.
• Select the wire or cable core in the Move/Swap/Twist Connections list.
• Click the target pin to move the wire.
• If the target pin is occupied, choose Move Here to keep its existing connection.

Swapping Two Connections

• Click the occupied pin to open the Connection Management dialog.
• Select the wire or cable core in the Move/Swap/Twist Connections list.
• Click another occupied pin to swap with.
• Select Swap to complete the change.

Add Multi-Core Cables

• Click the Cable Library button on the right toolbar.
• Search by cable type, gauge, or conductor count.
• Click add to add the cable to your harness.

Build Custom Cables

When a specific cable isn't in the library, you can create a generic cable with custom conductor counts, gauges, colors, and specifications.

Creating a Generic Cable

• Click the Cable Library button on the right toolbar.
• Click the add Create button at the top right to enter generic creation mode.
• Fill in basic properties:
  • Part Number: Cable part number
  • Manufacturer: Cable manufacturer
  • Description: Cable description
• Configure cable specifications:
  • Number of Cores: Total conductor count
  • Shielded: Yes/No shield option
  • Shield Type: Foil, Braid, or Spiral
  • Jacket Color: Outer jacket color
• Cable Cores: Configure each individual core
  • Bulk Edit: Set AWG, stranding, color, and stripe for all cores at once
  • Individual Core Config: Customize designation, AWG, stranding, color, and stripe per core
  • Live Preview: See cross-section diagram as you build
• Save as custom cable: Optional checkbox to save to your library for reuse
• Click add Create to add the generic cable to your harness (and optionally to your library).

When to Use Generic Cables

• Custom multi-conductor cables not in the standard library
• Specialized industrial or military-spec cables
• Custom color coding requirements
• Prototype harnesses with unique cable specifications

Add Visual Labels to Connectors

Bundle labels help identify harness sections, add assembly instructions, or mark important locations on your design.

Adding Labels

• Click a connector on the canvas to show its toolbar.
• Click label label icon in the toolbar.
• Click Add Label to create a new label.
• Enter the label text and customize the appearance.

Label Properties

• Label Text: The text displayed on the label tag.
• Background Color: The fill color of the label.
• Text Color: The color of the label text.
• Width: Label width in millimeters (for heat-shrink export).

Wire Association

• Labels can be associated with specific wire bundles.
• Associated labels appear in wire label exports.
• Use the dropdown to select which bundle a label belongs to.

Wire Label Export

• Export labels as a CSV file for label printing.
• Includes label text, dimensions, and wire associations.
• Compatible with Brady, Brother, and other label printers.

Use the Bulk Connect Tool

• Click link Bulk Connect in the top toolbar.
• Select two components (or a component and a cable) to connect.
• Choose a connection pattern:
  • Straight-Through: 1→1, 2→2, 3→3...
  • Crossover: 1→N, 2→N-1, 3→N-2...
  • Custom: Define your own pin mapping
• Set wire properties for all connections.
• Preview before applying.

Bulk Property Editor

Edit properties of multiple components, wires, or cables in a spreadsheet-like interface.

• Press E or click edit_note Bulk Editor in the floating panel menu.
• Components Tab: Edit instance IDs, descriptions, and renumber components sequentially.
• Wires Tab: Edit wire color, AWG, length, and toggle bundle visibility for multiple wires at once.
• Cables Tab: Edit cable properties and lengths in bulk.
• Changes are applied with undo/redo support.

Collapse/Expand Components

Simplify complex diagrams by hiding unused pins and cable cores.

• Right-click on the canvas background to access the context menu.
• Collapse All: Hides all empty/unused pins on connectors and cores on cables.
• Expand All: Shows all pins and cores, including unused ones.
• You can also collapse/expand individual connectors via their right-click menu.

Bundle Visibility Controls

Control the visibility of wire bundle blocks without affecting the wire paths themselves.

• Right-click on a bundle and select Minimize Bundle or Expand Bundle.
• Use Minimize All Bundles or Expand All Bundles from the canvas context menu.
• When minimized, wire paths remain visible and interactive—only the bundle block is hidden.
• Toggle Compact View on bundles to show a condensed version with less detail.

Create Manufacturing Documentation

PDF Multi-Page Export

• Click the PDF Pages button on the right toolbar.
• Add multiple pages with custom sizes (A2, A3, A4, Letter, or custom dimensions).
• Position and scale page frames over your design.
• Export as multi-page engineering drawings with BOM, Connection Table, and Cut List.

BOM Placement Options

• Toggle "BOM on separate page" in the PDF Pages panel to control BOM placement.
• When enabled (default): BOM renders on dedicated page(s) after the diagram, followed by Connection Table and Cut List.
• When disabled: BOM overlays on each diagram page corner.

Connection Table Export

• Detailed wire-by-wire connection information grouped by bundle.
• Shows from/to pins, signal labels, wire color, AWG, and length.
• Included automatically in multi-page PDF exports.
• Available via Download & Upload > Connection Table.

Cut List Export

• Consolidated wire requirements with total length calculations.
• Groups wires by MPN and manufacturer.
• Shows length distribution (e.g., "3 x 200mm, 2 x 350mm").
• Export as CSV, Excel (XLSX), or PDF.
• Available via Download & Upload > Cut List.

Available Export Formats

• picture_as_pdf PDF: Engineering drawings with BOM, Connection Table, and Cut List.
• code SVG: Scalable vector graphics for print or web.
• image PNG: High-resolution raster images.
• description WireViz YAML: For use with WireViz visualization tool.
• data_object JSON: Machine-readable project data.
• table_chart Cut List: CSV, Excel, or PDF with wire requirements.
• list_alt Connection Table: PDF with wire-by-wire connection details.

Project Management

• save Save: Save your harness design to the cloud.
• folder_open Load: Load existing designs from your account.
• share Share: Create a public link to share your design.
• history Revisions: Access previous versions of your design.

Connector Creator Interface

The Connector Creator provides a visual SVG editor for designing custom connectors. The interface is divided into three main areas:

• Left Panel: Basic properties, specifications, and pin configuration
• Center Canvas: SVG editor for drawing your connector
• Tab Navigation: Switch between Mate Side, Wire Side, and Preview

Getting to the Creator

Navigate to the Connector Creator by clicking Builder → Component Creator in the top navigation menu.

Alternative Workflow: Import Existing Designs

Instead of drawing from scratch, you can import existing SVG or PNG graphics as a starting point:

SVG Import

• Click the "Upload SVG or PNG" button in the toolbar
• Select an SVG file from manufacturer datasheets, CAD exports, or design tools
• All styling, colors, and shapes are preserved

PNG/Raster Image Import

• Click the "Upload SVG or PNG" button in the toolbar
• Select a PNG image file
• The image is embedded as a base64-encoded element
• You can position, resize, and layer the image with other elements

Creating Pin Grid

Start by adding pins to define your connector's electrical contacts.

• Each pin gets automatically numbered starting from 1. You can edit the pin number (e.g., for M8 series connectors with 3 pins and pin labels 1, 3, 4) in the Pin Manager tab
• Pin positions are shown in real-time coordinates

Dragging Pin Positions

Once pins are placed, you can position them by dragging.

• Click and drag any pin to reposition it
• Use the grid for alignment assistance
• Pin coordinates update automatically as you drag

Final Pin Layout

Arrange the 4 pins in a pattern to match the physical connector's pin arrangement.

Drawing Pin Outlines

Add a circular outline around your pins to represent the mating receptacle on the connector.

• Select the Circle tool from the SVG toolbar
• Draw a circle around the pin pattern

Adjusting Line Weight

Modify the stroke thickness of your circle to make them more visible and match the visual weight appropriate for your connector design.

• Select the circle you want to modify
• Adjust stroke weight in the properties panel
• Use thicker strokes for main outlines

Drawing the Housing

Create the main connector housing outline that will contain all the pins.

• Use the Polygon tool for basic housing shapes
• Draw around the pin area with appropriate margins
• Leave space for mounting features if needed

Rounding Corners

Add rounded corners to your connector housing to create a more realistic and professional appearance.

• Select the housing rectangle
• Adjust corner radius properties

Housing Fill

Add a fill color to your connector housing to distinguish it from the background.

• Select the housing outline
• Choose an appropriate fill color
• Use neutral colors for realistic appearance

Bringing Circles to Front

Adjust the layer order to ensure pin circles appear in front of the housing fill.

• Select the pin circles
• Use the arrows on the Layer Manager controls to increase the circles' layer number
• Ensure pins are visible above housing

Creating Mounting Features

Add mounting holes or tabs to your connector design to show how it mechanically attaches or mounts in the application.

• Draw small circles for mounting holes
• Position them symmetrically around the housing
• Use appropriate size relative to the connector
• Consider real-world mounting requirements

Duplicating Elements

Use Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V to efficiently copy and paste elements like mounting holes.

• Select the element to copy (Ctrl+C)
• Paste with Ctrl+V to create a duplicate
• Position the copy in the desired location

Viewing Wire Side

Switch to the Wire Side tab to see the automatically generated mirror view of your connector.

• Click the "Wire Side" tab
• View the mirrored version of your design
• Pin positions are automatically mirrored

Flip All to Female

Change the pin gender from male to female using the "Flip All" button.

• Locate the "Flip All" button in the pin configuration
• Click to change all pins from male to female
• Pin representations update automatically

Viewing Preview

Switch to the Preview tab to see both sides of your connector together.

• Click the "Preview" tab
• View both mate and wire sides simultaneously
• Verify pin alignment and numbering

Controlling Preview Region

Use manual preview bounds to control exactly which portion of your design appears in the preview and harness diagrams.

Setting Preview Bounds

• Click the "Manual Preview Bounds" button (crop icon) on the upper toolbar
• An orange dashed rectangle appears showing the preview region
• Drag the rectangle to reposition the preview area
• Resize using the corner and edge handles
• Wire side bounds automatically mirror mate side settings

Connector Information

Fill in the basic properties like part number, manufacturer, and description to properly identify your custom connector.

• Enter the part number (MPN)
• Specify the manufacturer name
• Add a descriptive description
• Set technical specifications as needed

Viewing Saved Connectors

After saving, your connector appears in the connector browser where you can load it for editing or use it in harness designs.

• Save your connector using the Create Connector button
• Open the Browse dialog to see saved connectors
• Your connector appears in the list
• Can be loaded for editing or used in harnesses

Using in Harness Builder

Navigate to the Harness Builder to use your custom connector in an actual cable harness design, just like any standard connector.

• Go to Builder → Harness Builder
• Search for your custom connector in the parts library
• Add it to your harness like any other connector
• Your custom design appears on the canvas

Custom Connector on Canvas

Your custom connector now appears on the harness canvas with your designed appearance and can be wired like any standard connector.

• Connector displays with your custom graphics
• All pins are available for wire connections
• Pin numbers match your design
• Works with all harness builder features

Making Wire Connections

Connect wires to your custom connector pins, demonstrating that it functions exactly like any standard connector in the library.

• Select a wire from the wire library
• Click on a pin to make the first connection
• Click on another connector or create a flying lead
• Verify that the BOM updates with your custom connector

Fully Functional Custom Connector

Your custom connector is now fully integrated into Splice and ready for use in any harness design with complete functionality.

• Make wire connections to any pin
• Appears in bills of materials
• Included in exports and documentation
• Can be shared with team members

Welcome to the Cable Creator

The Cable Creator allows you to design custom multi-conductor cables. This tutorial demonstrates creating an Igus CFBUS-020 cable and using it in a harness design.

• Define cable basic properties and specifications
• Configure individual conductor properties
• Set shielding and jacket materials
• Use created cables in harness designs

Setting Up Cable Specifications

Start by defining the fundamental properties of your cable including manufacturer, part number, and basic specifications.

• Part Number: CFBUS-020 (manufacturer's product number)
• Manufacturer: Igus (specify the cable manufacturer)
• Description: Detailed description of the cable's purpose and features
• Datasheet URL: Link to manufacturer's documentation
• Image URL: Link to product image for visual reference

Configuring Cable Physical Properties

Define the physical characteristics of your cable including core count, shielding, outer diameter, and individual conductor specifications.

• Core Count: 4 conductors for the CFBUS-020
• Shielded Cable: Specify that the cable has a braided shield
• Outer Diameter: 6.5mm for the cable jacket
• Voltage Rating: 50V maximum operating voltage
• Jacket Material: Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE)
• Flexibility: Flexible for dynamic applications

Creating and Saving Your Custom Cable

Once you've configured all cable properties, create the cable to add it to your parts library for future use in harness designs.

• Review all cable specifications before creating
• Click CREATE CABLE to add to parts library
• Cable appears in the CABLES tab with proper categorization
• Enable "Make this cable publicly available" to share with other users

Using Custom Cable in Harness Design

Now that your CFBUS-020 cable is in the parts library, you can use it in harness designs alongside connectors and other components.

• Navigate to harness design workspace
• Select your custom cable from the CABLES tab
• Drag and drop cable into the design canvas
• Add connectors and create wire connections using individual conductors
• Color-coded conductors: white, green, brown, yellow
• Each conductor shows proper AWG and stranding specifications

Introduction to Layout View

The Layout View transforms your schematic harness design into manufacturing documentation. Create multi-page drawings with assembly views, tables, and annotations.

Accessing Layout View

To access Layout View, click the ruler icon (straighten) in the toolbar at the top of the canvas, on the right side near the settings. This will switch from Schematic View to Layout View.

Key Features

• 2D Assembly Views - Interactive representations of your cable assembly
• BOM Tables - Automatically populated bill of materials
• Wire Schedules - Complete wire connection tables
• Dimensions & Annotations - Measurement callouts and notes
• Standard Drawing Elements - Title blocks, legends, and more

Switching Views

Switch between Schematic and Layout views using the ruler icon (straighten) in the toolbar on the right side. Changes in the schematic are automatically reflected in Layout View elements.

Managing Drawing Sheets

Pages are managed primarily through the bottom toolbar. Click the page selector dropdown (article) to see all your sheets and manage them. Each sheet can have its own size, orientation, and content.

Page Selector (Bottom Toolbar)

The bottom toolbar shows your current page with navigation controls:

• Page Dropdown - Click to see all pages and select one
• Previous/Next - Use chevron_left / chevron_right to navigate between pages

Adding Pages

Open the page dropdown and click Add New Page (add) at the bottom of the list. Choose from several page sizes:

• Letter (8.5" x 11") - US standard
• A4 (210 x 297mm) - International standard
• A3 (297 x 420mm) - Larger drawings
• A2 (420 x 594mm) - Large format drawings

Editing & Deleting Pages

In the page dropdown, each page has action buttons:

• Edit (edit) - Modify name, size, orientation, and border settings
• Clone (content_copy) - Duplicate the page with all its elements
• Delete (delete) - Remove the page

Canvas Navigation

The center area is your drawing canvas. It displays the page with a realistic paper appearance, showing the actual printable area.

Navigation Controls

• Zoom - Click zoom_out / zoom_in or use scroll wheel
• Fit - Click the fit screen icon (fit_screen) to see the entire page
• Pan - Scroll to move around the canvas

Grid & Snapping

Elements snap to a grid for precise alignment. The grid helps maintain consistent spacing and professional layouts.

Available Drawing Elements

The Element Library contains all the drawing elements you can add to your pages. Toggle it by clicking the add box icon (add_box) in the top-right of the toolbar. When open, the icon changes to widgets.

Library Categories

• Views - 2D Assembly View, Cross-Section, Connector Front View
• Tables - BOM Table, Wire Schedule, Specifications, Notes, Datum Reference
• Annotations - Dimension, Leader Note, Text Block
• Standard - Title Block, Component Legend

Adding Elements

Drag and drop elements from the library onto the canvas. Elements can be repositioned, resized, and configured after placement.

2D Assembly View

The 2D Assembly View is the centerpiece of your drawing. It creates an interactive representation of your cable harness from the schematic design.

Working with Assembly Views

• Resize - Drag corner handles to change the view dimensions
• Move Connectors - Drag connectors within the view to reposition them
• Multi-Connector Cables - Drag breakout endpoints to adjust cable fan-out positions
• Configure - Use the properties panel to adjust display options

Reshaping Cable Paths

Cable and bundle paths can be customized for better layout:

• Double-click on a cable/bundle to enter Bezier edit mode
• Add anchors - Click on the path to add control points
• Move anchors - Drag anchor points to reshape the curve
• Remove anchors - Select and delete unwanted control points

Accessories

Accessories are added in the Schematic View and appear automatically in your assembly views:

• Adding accessories - In Schematic View, right-click a bundle → "Bundle Properties..." → click "Add" to choose: Heat Shrink, Cable Tie, Sleeve, Tubing, Convoluted Tubing, Braided Sleeve, Spiral Wrap, Tape, Grommet, or Boot
• Positioning - In Layout View, drag accessories along the cable path to reposition them
• Resizing - Drag the start/end handles to adjust coverage length
• Dimensions - Accessory dimensions are shown automatically (toggle in Bundle Properties)

Connector Appearance

Connector shapes are automatically detected from the part specifications (D-sub, circular, ring terminal, ferrule, quick-disconnect, etc.). The properties panel allows further customization of labels, designators, and styling.

Table Elements

Tables automatically populate data from your schematic design, ensuring consistency between your documentation and design.

BOM Table

The Bill of Materials table lists all components in your design with item numbers, part numbers, descriptions, quantities, and manufacturer information.

Wire Schedule

The Wire Schedule provides complete wire connection information including wire designations, From/To connections, and wire specifications.

Other Tables

• Specifications Table - General, wire, and connector specifications
• Notes Table - Design notes and special instructions
• Datum Reference - Measurement datum legend

Customizing Tables

Select a table to access its properties panel where you can show/hide columns, adjust column widths, and modify text styles.

Adding Annotations

Add measurements, callouts, and notes to document your design requirements. Use the annotation tools in the left side of the toolbar.

Dimensions

Dimension elements can be linked to actual wire lengths from your design. Click the ruler icon (straighten) in the toolbar to add a dimension.

Leader Notes

Click the quote icon (format_quote) to add a leader note. Leader notes include an arrow pointing to a specific location with accompanying text. Use them for:

• Callouts to specific components
• Special instructions
• Reference notes

Text Blocks

Click the text icon (text_fields) to add free-form text blocks for general notes, instructions, or labels. Double-click to edit text content.

Standard Drawing Elements

Add professional standard elements to complete your drawing documentation.

Title Block

The standard drawing title block includes:

• Drawing title and number
• Revision information
• Date and author
• Company information

Component Legend

A legend showing all components and accessories used in the design with their designators and descriptions.

Properties Panel

When you select an element, the Properties Panel appears on the right side with element-specific settings.

Common Properties

• Position - X and Y coordinates
• Size - Width and height
• Rotation - Element rotation angle

Element-Specific Properties

Each element type has unique properties:

• Text elements - Font size, style, alignment
• Tables - Column visibility, cell formatting
• Assembly views - Scale, display options

Layers Panel

Open the Layers Panel by clicking the layers icon (layers) in the toolbar. The panel shows all elements on the current page and provides control over their arrangement, locking, and deletion.

Layer Controls

• Reorder - Click arrow_upward or arrow_downward to change stacking order, or use vertical_align_top / vertical_align_bottom to move to front/back
• Lock - Click lock_open to lock an element (shows lock when locked)
• Delete - Click delete to remove an element from the page

Stacking Order

Elements at the top of the layers list are drawn last (on top of other elements). Use the arrow buttons to reorder elements.

Global Text Scale

The Text Scale control in the toolbar adjusts how large text appears across all elements on the page.

Using Text Scale

• Click decrease text (text_decrease) or increase text (text_increase) to adjust text size
• Scale ranges from 50% to 200%
• Affects the final printed output
• Does not change element positions or sizes

Per-Sheet Settings

Each sheet can have its own text scale setting, allowing different scales for different sheet sizes (e.g., larger text on A2 sheets).

Exporting Your Drawings

Export your Layout View drawings for printing or sharing.

PDF Export

Generate professional PDF documents with all your drawing sheets:

• Multi-page PDF with all sheets
• Proper page sizes and orientations
• Vector graphics for high-quality printing
• Embedded fonts for consistent display

Export Options

• All Pages - Export all sheets to a single PDF
• Current Page - Export only the active sheet
• Selected Pages - Choose specific sheets to export