Glossary of terms

Customizing

A personalization beyond basic settings, creating bespoke environments tailored to individual workflows and organizational standards.

Overview of the Customizing section

Customizing - Altium Designer 2025


Customizing Schematic Sch Editor

Customizing PCB Editor

Advanced Environment Personalization and Automation

This comprehensive customization framework encompasses everything from keyboard shortcuts and command aliases to advanced scripting integration and custom UI modifications that can fundamentally alter how designers interact with the software. Through intelligent customization, engineers can eliminate repetitive tasks, automate complex procedures, and create specialized interfaces that reflect their unique design methodologies and industry-specific requirements.

Scripting Integration and Workflow Automation Excellence

The customization architecture supports multiple programming languages including DelphiScript, JavaScript, and VBScript, enabling engineers to create powerful automation scripts that integrate seamlessly with Altium Designer's API. These customization options extend to creating custom panels, developing specialized design rule checks, implementing automated reporting systems, and establishing connections with external databases or PLM systems. This level of customization transforms Altium Designer from a standard EDA tool into a fully integrated design platform that adapts to complex organizational workflows and industry-specific compliance requirements.

Keyboard Shortcuts and Command Alias Configuration

Create personalized command mappings, establish custom keyboard shortcuts, and develop command aliases that accelerate design tasks while reducing reliance on mouse navigation for frequently used operations.

Script Development and API Integration

Develop custom automation scripts using Altium's comprehensive API to automate repetitive design tasks, generate specialized reports, and integrate with external systems like inventory management or version control platforms.

Interface Layout and Workspace Optimization

Design custom workspace arrangements, create specialized design modes for different project types, and establish template configurations that can be shared across teams to maintain consistent working environments and design standards.