Is it set a minimum distance between components in KiCad PCB Designer?

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May I know How to set a minimum distance of 1 mm between components in KiCad PCB Designer?

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Courtyard shapes are intended to ensure right distance between elements. If you need 1mm than you should have your footprints defined with courtyard keeping 0.5mm from component itself.
Then DRC will check it.

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You can enforce a minimum distance (clearance) of 1 mm between components in KiCad PCB Designer by adjusting the Design Rules. You can do this in a couple of methods. You can -

  • Go to the top menu → File → Board Setup (or press Ctrl+Shift+B).
  • Open your PCB in PCB Editor.
  • In the left panel, select Design Rules → Constraints.
  • Under Clearance, set:
  • Copper to Copper clearance → for track/pad spacing (not for components).

By setting a 1 mm courtyard clearance, you’re designing with manufacturability in mind—making it easier for the assembler to place components without collisions, while keeping costs predictable.

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@bidrohini

REFRAIN FROM PLACING LINKS TO COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS IN THE GUISE OF ANSWERING FORUM QUESTIONS.

Your thread has been edited to remove the links.

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