Create Symbol Library
- Last UpdatedAug 13, 2025
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Creates a Symbol Library (SYLB) at the specified location in the hierarchy.
The Library (LIBY) must be selected in the hierarchy to make it the CE.

It is recommended that you give the SYLB a name that makes its contents obvious to users. Click OK to display the Symbol Library window or Cancel to discard any changes and close the Create SYLB window.

To set the symbol library as the working element, click CE.
You must specify the SYLB dimensions, either explicitly in the Width and Height fields, or by selecting a standard sheet size from the drop-down list.
You can set the following Backing Sheet options:
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Unset |
No backing sheet is associated with the LIBY. |
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Reference |
Allows you to select a backing sheet from the database. |
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Filename |
Allows you to select a backing sheet defined by an external plot file. |
To define the Attributes, click Attributes to display the Symbol Library Attributes window.
Click Apply to create the symbol library or Reset to revert to the values applied when the Symbol Library window was opened.
Click Cancel to discard any changes and close the Symbol Library window.