Orcad to Kicad schematic

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I am looking into a reference design which was probably done using Orcad. I am using KiCAD for my design.

In the reference design, there are schematic symbols like >> and <<. According to this guide, they seem to be 'off-page connector'. The guide says

"Off-page connectors are used to connect signals to
like-named off-page connectors and hierarchical ports on
other schematic pages within the same schematic folder. "

So, what is the off-page connector (>> or <<) equivalent at KiCAD? Global label or hierarchical connector?

Best Answer

Kicad global connector is valid for whole schema project (all sheets), hierarchical port provides connector on hierarchical sheet. It makes significant difference if your hierarchical sheet is reused more times or you have own library of sheets. In this case you can connect hierarchical connector on project sheet where hierarchical sheet(s) is/are placed. It's analogous to programming: global variable vs. procedure with arguments. You should be able use proper connector when you understand topology of your Orcad scheme.