Use the component-outline layer to draw the physical boundary of the part. This helps avoid placing components too close to each other on the physical board.
: Select the pad tool. Choose through-hole or SMD. Set the exact inner and outer diameters based on your datasheet. Place the pads.
First, find where your macros are stored on your computer. You can do this by going to Options → General Settings and looking for the path. By default on a Windows system, this is often C: \ Users \ Public \ Documents \ Layout60 \ Makros . macros sprint layout 60 top
Add Optional Features (Like LEDs). You can make your macro more advanced. Many builds include in-switch LEDs. To add this, simply include two additional pads within the 14mm square for the LED’s anode and cathode. Their exact placement can vary, so consult a data sheet for the LED and switch you plan to use.
To add new or custom macros to your library, place them in the following directory on your computer: C:\Users\Public\Public Documents\Layout60\MAKROS . Use the component-outline layer to draw the physical
: Detailed footprints for DIP, SOIC, TSSOP, and QFP packages, ensuring pin spacing matches manufacturer datasheets perfectly.
Your first planning tool should be the web-based (KLE). Here you can visually design every key, from the alphas and modifiers to the spacebar. KLE will help you determine the exact key units for your layout. Once you've finalized your layout, you can use it as a direct reference for your work in Sprint Layout. This initial planning ensures your macros will be placed on a 19.05mm grid, which is the universal standard for key spacing. Make sure your Sprint Layout grid is set to 19.05mm for consistency. Choose through-hole or SMD
A common issue among engineers is a missing or empty macro panel. By default, Sprint Layout 6.0 expects its files in specific operating system pathways.
Before placing macros, you must understand the grid. The Sprint Layout 60 is defined by:
Once your part is ready, go to File > Save As > Macro File (*.LMK) to add it to your library permanently. Pro-Tip: Advanced Sprint-Layout 6.0 Features