PCB Libraries Forum : Footprint Expert 2021.01 Released!! https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:54:54 +0000 Thu, 01 Apr 2021 12:38:29 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.07 360 https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=2865 <![CDATA[PCB Libraries Forum]]> https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/forum_images/PCBLForumLogo.gif https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/ <![CDATA[Footprint Expert 2021.01 Released!! : Version 2021.01 was just released!!NEW...]]> https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/footprint-expert-2021-01-released_topic2865_post11398.html#11398 Author: Nick B
Subject: 2865
Posted: 01 Apr 2021 at 12:38pm

Version 2021.01 was just released!!

NEW or Enhanced Features:
  • Complete code overhaul!!
    • Improved efficiency & user experience
    • New User Interface, better suited for high resolution displays
  • New Options (was Preferences)
    • Up to 6 place unit resolution
    • Totally redesigned interface to make it easier to define options
  • The Free Pro version has all Enterprise features turned on
  • CAD outputs migrated to Enterprise (Perpetual & Subscription) and POD Builder editions only:
    • Allegro, PADS Professional, and Xpedition - Upgrade to Enterprise, software license for FREE, just pay maintenance/subscription (80% discount)
    • Following will be affected in April - Altium, OrCAD PCB, Siemens EDA (Mentor), Zuken
    • Switch to the Subscription Plan to get full Enterprise features enabled
  • Updated FPX file format
    • Added schematic symbol data
    • Added additional data columns
    • New V2018 to V2021 FPX file Converter program
      • Automatically adds all new columns
      • Checks for duplicate part numbers

 

 

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