Grab updated component lists (like the latest 2025 Essential Components ) from reputable hobbyist sites like SolderingMind . Extract: Unzip the downloaded macro files.

: High-quality updated lists (like the 2025 Essential Components list ) provide common footprints for SMD and through-hole parts that don't come in the standard demo fmuser.net .

Can't find a specific component? Creating a custom macro is surprisingly simple:

Do you have a custom macro for Sprint Layout? Share your .SPR macro files in the comments below, or ask us how to convert a Cherry MX footprint into a reuseable macro for your next 60% build.

Macros serve as the foundational building blocks for any PCB project within the software. Instead of manually drawing pads and outlines for every resistor or integrated circuit, designers can drag-and-drop components from the library. The library is organized into a structured tree view at the top of the interface, allowing for easy navigation through various categories like SMD components, connectors, and standard discrete parts. Top Management and Customization