I Turn The Ratsnest On and Off More Often Than I Used To

When I first started designing PCBs, I kept the ratsnest visible almost all the time.

Over time, I found myself turning it on and off depending on what I was doing.

During component placement, the ratsnest helps me understand how parts are connected and whether moving or rotating a component could simplify the layout.

Once I start routing, I often hide it for a while. Without all the connection lines, it's easier to focus on the routed traces and see the layout more clearly.

Whenever I want to check which nets are still incomplete or verify a connection, I simply turn the ratsnest back on.

It's a small workflow change, but it makes routing feel much less cluttered while keeping the design easy to verify.

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