Why use numbers at all?
If your CAD tools support it why not "number" the pins with letters...

Cathode = Cathode or C
Anode - Anode or A

Same with transistors
Emitter = E
Collector = C
Base = B

YMMV....



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#2

Pin 1 is the cathode here.

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??? Survey Says
    Do you use pin one of a Diode package to indicate...

1. The Anode
2. The Cathode.


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