techGetLayerNumColorMasks

techGetLayerNumColorMasks( 
d_techfile_Id
xt_layer 
) 
=> x_numColorMasks / nil

Description

(Virtuoso Advanced Node for Layout Standard) Returns the number of allowed color masks on the layer, if coloring is supported on it.

Arguments

d_techfile_Id	The database identifier of the technology file.
xt_layer	The layer name or number.

Value Returned

x_numColorMasks	Returns the number of allowed color masks on the layer. Valid values: nil, 2, or 3
nil	Indicates that coloring is not supported on the layer or the command was unsuccessful.

Examples

techGetLayerNumColorMasks(techFileId 10) 
=> 2

techGetLayerNumColorMasks(techFileId "M1") 
=> nil

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