The procedure that follows explains how to create a library *.olb file using an existing Capture 16.6 schematic design that contains schematic components within the design cache.
- Open the Capture design that includes the designed schematic parts you want to add to a new .olb library file.
- Using your left mouse button, select the *.dsn file to activate the design.
- Select the menu items: File > New > Library.
A new library is created within the Library folder of the Project Manager tree.
- Select the Design Cache folder to expand it.
- Press your keyboard Shift key and use your left mouse button to select the designed library parts to be included in your new *.OLB library.
- Select Copy.
- Select the new library folder created to activate and expand the display of folder contents.
- Select Paste from your right mouse popup menu.
The new library contains the parts you selected from the design cache. - If desired, rename the new library by selecting (activating) the new library. Select Save As from your right mouse popup menu.
- Enter a name for your new library file. Then click the Save button to apply the new library name.