Flipping objects in a PCB layout
Flip flips objects in the PCB layout such as footprints to the reverse side of the board.
Figure 1: Result of flipping IC1 as seen on the 2D PCB
Figure 2: Result of flipping IC1 as seen on the 3D PCB
When Flip is clicked, the Flip dialog opens, and provides some useful options:
| Routes Mode | Description |
|---|---|
| Reroute | Connected wires are rerouted |
| Disconnect | Connected wires are disconnected and remain in place |
| Unroute | Connected wires are removed |
When using these options, set them before clicking the object to flip.
Flip Texts
Text on the bottom side of a pc board is mirrored automatically so that it is readable when you look at the bottom side of the board.
Flipped text in a schematic will be printed on the other side of its origin point, but it will remain normally readable.
Note: Any objects on inner layers (2...15) such as Holes or Vias don't change their layer when they are flipped.