We present here the characterization of focus errors on a 193-nm scanner using phase-shift focus monitors, which clearly identifies the influence of full field dynamic effects and that of the wafer topography. These results are used to correct the systematic errors due to tool set-up. We also present results using a new focus monitor based on phase gratings, which is more sensitive than the traditional phase-shift focus monitor.
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