Re: gEDA-user: SMD's with pcb

[Xtian Xultz <xultz@ig.com.br>]

I do my footprints very easy in PCB.
I just place vias as the pins of the part, size it, name it with the
'n' key with their numbers, draw the outline with lines in the silkscreen
layer, select all, cut selection to buffer, convert buffer to element, 
and place it, and name it with the refdes name. So simple. I did with 
DIP components, SMD parts, oblongue pads, etc.


> 
> And is there a good reason why the library generation process is so
> cryptic? I read the manual and it assures me that it's better this way, 
> but I really have to wonder. Most layout people spend half their time
> making footprints. Or is there a manual explaining how to do it?
> 
> Thanks again.
> 
> 
> Ed
>