Lesson 9: Save As and Archive
This walk-through demonstrates the Save As and Archive features in OrCAD PSpice Designer. After you complete this topic, you will be able to:
- Use the Save As functionality
- Archive a PSpice project
To follow along, continue with the design from the previous topic or use the provided materials.
If materials were not downloaded at the beginning of the walk-through, files for this lesson can be accessed through the materials tab above.
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Using the Save As Function
Step 1: Select Design Resources in the Project Hierarchy.
Step 2: Select File > Save Project As from the menu to open the Save Project As window.
Step 3: Select the ellipsis for Destination Directory to open the file browser.
Step 4: Browse for a location to save the files and click Select Folder.
Note: The save as location cannot be within your own project folder.
Step 5: Enter a name for the project in the Project Name field.
Step 6: Ensure the following options are selected:
- Copy DSN to Project Folder
- Rename DSN to match Project
- Copy All Referred Files Present Within Project Folder
Step 7: Click OK to save the project.
Note: Creating a new project enables you to preserve the original project while you continue to update your new project.
Archiving the Project
Step 8: Select File > Archive Project from the menu.
Note: This option compresses all required PSpice files into a single zip file. This enables you to easily share your schematics and simulation files with colleagues.
Step 9: Check the options for
- Library Files
- Output Files
- Referenced Projects
Step 10: Select the ellipsis for Archive Directory.
Step 11: Browse to a location to save the Zip file and click Select Folder.
Step 12: Check the option to Create Single Archive File.
Note: If this option is not selected, the design files will simply be copied to the destination folder.
Step 13: Click OK to generate the Zip file. The Zip file is saved in the selected folder.