How To Import Gerber Files In EasyEDA?

The physical board layer information for each physical board layer in your PCB design is contained in open ASCII vector files called Gerber files. PCB manufacturers use these files to transform the specifics of your design into the physical characteristics of the PCB.

You’re not alone if you need help importing and exporting a Gerber file in EasyEDA. Many people struggle with this process. 

In this article, we will provide a complete guide on how to import and export Gerber files in EasyEDA.

Step By Step Guide To Import a Gerber File in EasyEDA?

If you want to print your Gerber PCB design on a copper board, you can do so with the help of a Gerber printing company. For this process, you must first import a Gerber file into EasyEDA. The steps for importing a Gerber file in EasyEDA are outlined below. 

Step 1: Save the design Gerber file as a photo. 

Step 2: Open the ‘Layers palette’ at the bottom right of your interface. 

Step 3: Go to ‘Fabrication’ in the top toolbar. 

Step 4: In the drop-down list that appears, select ‘PCB Fabrication Files (Gerber)’. 

Step 5: In the box that appears, change things like PCB quality, colour and weight as needed and save. 

Step 6: Click on ‘Generate Gerber’ and download. 

Following the steps above, you can easily import a Gerber file into EasyEDA to print your designed PCB on a copper board. This is a helpful tool if you want to create tangible prototypes of your digital designs.

How to Edit Gerber Files In EasyEDA?

If you want to make final edits before exporting Gerber files, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Select the document section.

Step 2: Go down to the PCBs block.

Step 3: Click on ‘Edit’ and change it as needed.

How to Export Gerber Files from EasyEDA to JLCPCB?

You’ll need to generate a Gerber file if you’re looking to get your PCB manufactured. Below, we’ll show you how to export a Gerber file from EasyEDA to JLCPCB so you can make your board.

1. Select the Documents section and scroll down to the PCBs block.

2. If you don’t want to edit the PCB before exporting the Gerber file, you can click the “Download Gerber” button or “Order in JLCPCB.”

3. You will be redirected to the JLCPCB service.

4. The Gerber file will be downloaded automatically.

5. You can click the “Generate Gerber” button on the top panel of the editor to the right.

6. A small window will appear where you can see a small image of your PCB and some information needed to place an order on JLCPCB.

7. You can save the Gerber file by pressing the “Gerber Gerber” button, preview the Gerber file with “Gerber View”, or go to the JLCPCB platform to order the PCB. 

8. On the JLCPCB platform, select “Add files” and upload the downloaded Gerber file. 

9. Select all options for fabrication, then go to “Review & Order” and review your settings before adding the item to your cart. 

That’s it! Now you know how to export a Gerber file from EasyEDA to JLCPCB so that you can have your PCB manufactured. This process is simple and only takes a few minutes to complete.

How Do I Convert Gerber Files to PCB?

You can follow a straightforward method to convert Gerber files to PCB. The steps are given below.

Step 1: Select the Layer1.GTL tab in Altium.

Step 2: Go to ‘Menu’.

Step 3: Select ‘Tables’.

Step 4: Select the ‘Layers Order’ option there.

Step 5: Apply L1:gtl for Layer Name in the following dialogue box.

Step 6: Type 1 for Layer Logical Order and 1 for Layer Physical Order.

Step 7: Go to the Export to PCB option: Menu → Tools → Netlist → Extract.

Step 8: Enable File » Export » Export to PCB after your CAM data has produced a netlist.

Step 9: Now, select Menu → File → Export → Export to PCB and a new PCB document will open with Top Layer.

Follow the simple steps above to import and edit Gerber files using EasyEDA. Once you’ve made the necessary changes, be sure to export your files in Gerber X2 format to send them to JLCPCB for manufacturing. We hope this article was helpful, and we wish you all the best in bringing your PCB designs to life!

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