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v1.3.7 — Stable Release

WireFrame EDA

A streamlined environment for schematic capture, PCB layout, 3D visualization,
and manufacturing export — built for speed, precision, and KiCad compatibility.

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Welcome Screen

The WireFrame Workflow

┌─────────────┐   ┌─────────────┐   ┌─────────────┐   ┌─────────────┐   ┌─────────────┐
│   Create    │──▶│   Design    │──▶│   Convert   │──▶│   Route &   │──▶│   Export    │
│   Project   │   │  Schematic  │   │   to PCB    │   │   Verify    │   │   Gerbers   │
└─────────────┘   └─────────────┘   └─────────────┘   └─────────────┘   └─────────────┘
  1. Create Project — Centralize schematics, PCBs, and libraries in a single .prjxml file
  2. Design Schematic — Place components, draw wires, assign net labels, configure properties
  3. Convert to PCB — Automatically import netlist and footprints into the PCB editor
  4. Layout & Route — Place footprints, route traces, fill copper zones, run DFM/DRC
  5. Export — Generate Gerber, drill, BOM — ready for your manufacturer

Core Capabilities

Schematic Editor

Draft robust circuits with an intuitive schematic engine. Place components from KiCad-compatible libraries, route nets with orthogonal wires, assign net labels (SDA, GND, +3V3), and manage a fully automatic netlist.

PCB Layout

Translate schematics into physical boards with precision. WireFrame offers 45° routing guidance, multi-layer management, intelligent copper zone generation with priority sorting, and an advanced DFM clearance engine that correctly handles board-edge geometries and castellated holes.

Library Management

Load KiCad .kicad_sym and .kicad_mod libraries natively. Create new footprints with the Footprint Wizard. Assign STEP/OBJ 3D models and fine-tune alignment with the 3D Model Alignment dialog.

3D Visualization

Validate your design before fabrication. Render high-fidelity 3D previews with STEP and OBJ models. WYSIWYG accuracy is guaranteed by a precise Z-Y-X rotation pipeline with correct bottom-layer flip orientation.

Keyboard-Driven Workflow

W wire · X route · R rotate · F flip · V via · G GND. Every action is one keystroke away. The full keymap is customizable via Tools → Keymap.

Fabrication Export

Generate industry-standard Gerber (RS-274X) with WYSIWYG silkscreen accuracy, Excellon drill files, and BOM CSV. Includes a Toner Transfer PDF Exporter — multi-page, 1:1 scale, with automatic mirroring — designed for hobbyist manual PCB fabrication.

Seamless Import

Import KiCad 5.x legacy projects (.sch, -cache.lib, .pro) and modern KiCad 6+ formats (.kicad_sch, .kicad_pcb) natively. No manual conversion needed.

Designed For

Audience Why WireFrame?
Electronics Hobbyists Clean interface, Toner Transfer PDF for DIY board making, easy KiCad library import
Students & Academia Lightweight installation, transparent workflow from schematic to Gerber
Professional Engineers Keyboard-driven efficiency, full KiCad ecosystem compatibility, robust DFM/DRC engine
Open-Source Developers Built on C++17 and ImGui — performant, extensible architecture

Documentation

Section Content
Getting Started Launch, main UI, create your first project
Tutorial Complete walkthrough: LED circuit from scratch to Gerber
Schematic Editor Place components, draw wires, manage nets
PCB Editor Footprints, routing, zones, DFM, Gerber export
Libraries Create and manage symbol and footprint libraries
Advanced Features Advanced selection, 3D viewer, keymap customization
Reference File formats, configuration, FAQ, changelog

New to WireFrame?

Start with Getting Started to learn the interface, or jump straight into the Tutorial to experience the full workflow hands-on.