Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Discover the three essential viewing modes that optimize your PCB design workflow. This video demonstrates Board Planning Mode for board shape creation and Rigid-Flex design modifications, 2D Layout Mode which serves as the primary workspace for component placement and routing operations, and 3D Layout Mode for comprehensive design visualization and review.
Understanding these viewing modes is fundamental for efficient PCB design navigation and project presentation. Learn when and how to utilize each mode effectively, including keyboard shortcuts for rapid mode switching. These viewing capabilities enhance design productivity and provide professional presentation tools for stakeholder communication.
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The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!
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Discover the three essential viewing modes that optimize your PCB design workflow. This video demonstrates Board Planning Mode for board shape creation and Rigid-Flex design modifications, 2D Layout Mode which serves as the primary workspace for component placement and routing operations, and 3D Layout Mode for comprehensive design visualization and review.
Understanding these viewing modes is fundamental for efficient PCB design navigation and project presentation. Learn when and how to utilize each mode effectively, including keyboard shortcuts for rapid mode switching. These viewing capabilities enhance design productivity and provide professional presentation tools for stakeholder communication.
👉 For the Full Course + Materials or to get Altium Certified, Visit Altium Training: altium.com/training?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=training-20250815&utm_content=pcb-introduction-pcb-viewing-modes
👉 Resources from this Video:
- Your View of the PCB: altium.com/documentation/altium-designer/pcb/your-view-of-the-board?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=training-20250815&utm_content=pcb-introduction-pcb-viewing-modes
👉 Check out the entire Module here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3aaAq2OJU5HkNph5qgCHZ9q_WNqWWKJf
💡 Stay Connected:
Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!
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👉 Follow Altium on Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/altium
👉 Follow Altium on Facebook: facebook.com/AltiumOfficial
The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!
About Altium LLC
Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products.
#Altium #PCBDesign #EngineeringTutorial










