Flatten designators in the 2D PCB

Convert hierarchical designators to flat designators for cleaner output files.

  1. On the 2D PCB Rules toolbar, click Preferences > Design Preferences.
  2. In the Design Preferences dialog, click the Designators tab.
  3. Check Flatten reference designators for module components.
  4. Click OK to apply the setting.
Note: This option is only available when the schematic is synchronized with the 2D PCB.