You can create a PCB by copying the shape of another object. This command is useful for copying the shape of objects of different types.
Creates a board object from the geometry of the object copied to the clipboard. The objects that export their form to the clipboard are as follows: Line, Curve, Arc, Circle, Ellipse, Rectangle, Shape, Courtyard, Board, Copper, Cutout, Keepout, Deletion.
To create a board object
Perform the following operations:
Select the object from which to copy the shape.
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Copy the geometry of the object to the clipboard. Choose the Edit » Copy command or click the
button in the toolbar.
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Create the board object by reading the geometry from the clipboard. Choose the PCB » Board » Profile » Paste Shape command or click the
button in the toolbar.