Methods for break-in and conditioning a fixed abrasive polishing pad

A method of conditioning a fixed abrasive polishing pad, comprising:

• a. providing a fixed abrasive polishing pad;
• b. providing a conditioning element, wherein the element, comprises:
• an upper surface and a lower conditioning surface, comprising:
• abrasive particles;
• c. contacting the polishing pad and conditioning element;
• wherein one or both of the pad and conditioning element are in motion relative to the other.