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    Posted: 03 Aug 2015 at 1:05pm

Can multiple librarians simultaneously edit an FPX file?  Does the software warns FPX file is already open? Does it prevent this type of data loss?
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We don't have collision control in this version, but we're considering it for v2016.
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Please implement it.
We just had hours of work lost because, last save won.
At least let me know the file is opened by another user.  For know, we will work on our own file and once the footprint is done we can copy the FPX entry to our corporate FPX file.  Thanks
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The best way to manage FPX files is to have multiple people adding data to their own FPX file.
 
Then pass the FPX file to the Master Librarian.
 
Then the Master Librarian opens the company FPX file and select "Import FPX".
 
You can never lose data this way and you'll even have backups of the data.
 
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Add me to the list of people who would also like to see multiple user access to a master FPX.

Another related question, is there a way to have the parts that are built automatically added to the  FPX? I know it sounds trivial but the amount of times that people don't press the Add Comp button then move on and lose the part info is surprisingly high.

Automatic addition of built parts to a network located FPX library file is my most desired feature.

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I agree with GrungyRemnant, there should be a way to have parts that are built automatically added to the  FPX.

There is also a  lot of work is lost when you have to change from SMT to PTH or Lib Editor menus.

It would be great if the software could remember temporary data entered to any of these 3 menus (so the user can go back and forth if required).  
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Can you have more than one person working on the same Excel Spreadsheet?
Or the same PCB Layout?
Or the same Power Point presentation?
Name me a program that allows multiple users to access and edit the same Master file.
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Mentor Graphics DxDesigner - ExpeditionPCB
Uses a database...
 
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Not for less than $75,000 for the main seat and $25,000 for each additional seat.
 
So if you want 4 people to work on the same PCB design the cost is $75K + $75K = $150K
 
So if we added that feature, no one would mind paying a little extra?
 
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I don't need to debate about this. You asked for an example.
I like your software; will continue to use it.
Just thought you welcome suggestions.
 
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