Seriously, Make Your Own Symbols & Footprints

In this post, I’ll highlight the two main problems with using premade symbols and footprints - whether they come from built-in software libraries (like those in Altium Vault or KiCad) or are downloaded from the internet. While it might seem like a time-saver, it’s often much more reliable to create your own. Most datasheets provide detailed and accurate information to help you build correct symbols and footprints with minimal effort.

If you still choose to use premade components, make sure to thoroughly review every symbol and footprint yourself. A quick check now can save you days of debugging and a lot of wasted time and money down the line.