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PCB footprint editor

Asked by Jorge Neiva

I'm using kicad v0.201509261831+6224 in linux mint.

I like to know if it's possible create a "zone restriction" on footprint editor.
I'm asking because i'm trying make a footprint for an antenna. In 3 pins need a big clearance around it.

The antenna is the following:
http://www.proant.se/files/user/Application%20note%20-%20OnBoard%20SMD%202400%20MHz%20rev%202.1.pdf

Thanks

Sorry for my english.

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Best Wayne Stambaugh (stambaughw) said : 		#1

Adding zones to footprints is not supported in the footprint editor. This feature has been discussed before and certainly is something worth considering. You will have to add the keep out zone in the board editor after you place the footprint.

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Jorge Neiva (jo-joven) said : 		#2

Hi,

It's useful when you are making footprint of sensible components like antenna.

Thanks for the answer.

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Jorge Neiva (jo-joven) said : 		#3

Thanks Wayne Stambaugh, that solved my question.