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On 12/27/2011 09:27 PM, DJ Delorie wrote:
> Part slotting is handled in gschem, not pcb.
>
> If you meant "slots cut in the pcb", just allocate a layer to it, draw
> lines for slots, and coordinate the gerbers with your fab.
>
> If you mean "plated slots for footprints", no.  Sorry.
>

I want to make some plated slots for footprints.  Yes, I recall the 
thread about the slot layer.  Maybe the fab house can use that same 
technique?

thanks