Net Label

A net label assigns a name to a net of wires. This is useful for the following reasons:

• Labels on connector cavities are auto-filled with the Net Label name.
• If two nets should be the same, adding a Net Label with the same name will merge them.
• Connections on the Connection View that are on a net with a Net Label will show the Net Label name making it easier to keep track of wires.

When to use a Net Label

Use a Net Label for larger nets that span multiple components or connectors. Often this is used for power nets (e.g. VCC, GND) or common signal nets (e.g. I2C, SPI).

Adding a Net Label

In the Schematic View, right click on the canvas and select Net Label.

Assigning a Name to a Net Label

Double click on the Net Label to edit its name.

Assigning a Color to a Net Label

Right-click on the Net Label select Set Color and choose a color.

Assigning a Net Label to a Net

Drag from the handle on the left or right side of the Net Label to the end of a wire or cavity to assign the Net Label to that net.

Net Label in Connections View

Net Labels are shown on all connections in the Connections View that belong to a net with a Net Label.

Net Label in Connector Cavities

The Net Label is shown in the cavity label of any connector cavity that is connected to a net with a Net Label.