Altium Designer Trick: How to Remove Silkscreen Overlap in Seconds

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Altium Designer users often encounter the challenge of silkscreen overlap in PCB layouts, leading to DRC errors. In this quick tutorial, Tech Consultant Zach Peterson shares a tip inspired by Jordan Danko (link below).

Zach shares a quick and efficient Altium Designer trick to remove silkscreen overlap in seconds! You’ll learn how to use the Silkscreen Preparation Tool to clean up your PCB design without having to edit individual footprints in the library. Follow this step-by-step guide to effortlessly delete extra silkscreen and ensure your design complies with DRC rules.

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