Dictionaries (Allowed Values for Component Properties)

The Dictionaries feature is a real game-changer for maintaining the quality of your component library and minimizing errors and duplicates in parameter values. This feature promotes consistency and accuracy throughout the design process by establishing a set of allowed values for parameters.

To use the Dictionaries feature in Altium 365, you will need a PRO or Enterprise Subscription, and only authorized administrators can configure dictionaries through the web interface. To enable dictionaries in Altium 365, you must use component templates in Altium Designer.

Dictionaries in Altium 365 is a powerful tool that can help ensure the quality and accuracy of your component library. With dictionaries, you can define specific rules and constraints for different fields and parameters within your components, such as part numbers, pin names, and footprint names. By setting up dictionaries, you can ensure that all components added to your library adhere to these defined rules, helping to reduce errors and improve the quality of your library.