Dependent Dimension Parameters

One dimension parameter is dependent upon another if the anchor point and/or the reference point(s) for the second parameter are part of an adjustable point set for the first parameter. This is allowed as long as a circular dependency is not formed; see Circular Dependencies in Parameters. You need to be aware of dependent dimension parameters so that you can take into consideration the complete impact on your circuit when the value of the primary dimension parameter is changed. When the primary dimension parameter is changed, a dependent parameter is adjusted, i.e., the anchor point or reference point is moved, along with the primary dimension parameter on which they depend. A picture of a dependent dimension parameter is shown below with the Anchor and Reference points highlighted as well as the point sets.

You may use the Select Dependents command in the project editor to determine if there are any dependent dimension parameters. With the project open in the project editor, do the following:

1. Right-click on a dimension parameter in your circuit.
   
   The variable name and the dimension parameter point set is highlighted and a pop-up menu appears on your display.
2. Select “Select Dependents” from the pop-up menu.
   
   If any dependent dimension parameters are present in your geometry, the dependent dimension parameter is highlighted.