Daily Tips
Start with full auto-routing. There will always be some unconnected nets remaining. You can use the following techniques to fix them:
Fixing Techniques
- Set Routing Rules:Modify routing rules to reduce clearance, then press F5 to re-route. This usually completes all connections.
- Swap Order:If some areas are not connected but you can see that swapping the order would help, manually select the incorrectly ordered traces, then Ctrl+Left click on the unconnected net to route it. Then Ctrl+Left click on the previously deleted net to restore and route it.
- Manual Route:If some areas feel too narrow or cramped, manually drag the existing traces to adjust them, then press F5 or Ctrl+Left click to complete the remaining unrouted nets.
- Delete:If some routes seem to take unnecessary detours, you can also delete or drag existing traces to manually optimize them.
Technique Demo
Performance Tips
- Lower Routing Precision:Lowering routing precision greatly speeds up large board routing, but may cause minor rule violations or reduce completion rate — recommended for quick previews.
Place Via
We encourage users to manually place vias rather than relying on the algorithm to guess. In your workflow, you can first use F5 auto-routing to complete most of the routing, then manually place vias, and continue with F5 or Ctrl+Left click until you complete your design.