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Treat Flux like your intern. Tell it what you'd like to build and it'll get to work. You can also ask it questions, brainstorm ideas, and teach it your preferences. Learn More

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how do I use Flux?
hamzatr

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@copilot how do I use Flux?
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copilot

Using Flux to design electronic circuit schematics and PCB layouts involves several steps:
  1. Sign Up and Log in: First, create a Flux account or log in if you already have one. You may use one of the free plans to get started.
  2. Begin a New Project: Once logged in, start a new project from your dashboard. In your new project, you will find a workspace where you can design your circuits.
  3. Drag and Drop Components: Flux provides a library from which you can drag and drop components onto the canvas in schematic mode. Use the search function to locate these components.
  4. Connection and Routing: After positioning your components, you can draw connections between different components to route the electrical signals. Be sure to use correct pins for your connections to ensure a proper connection.
  5. Validation and Simulation: Once your schematic is ready, use Flux's features to validate your design. You can also simulate your PCB circuit to foresee how it behaves in operation.
  6. PCB Layout: After validation and simulation of the schematic, you can then proceed to layout mode where you can design the actual PCB based on your schematic.
  7. Export and Manufacture: After finishing the PCB layout, you can export Gerber files that can be used for manufacturing the PCB.
Beyond these steps, there are various advanced actions (like copy-pasting elements, importing symbols, etc.) you can perform as you explore Flux more.
If you need help with a specific feature, you can consult the Flux's tutorials organized into categories based on common tasks and goals[1].
There is also a Slack community, YouTube channel, and live support to aid you in any difficulties you might encounter[2].
[1] https://docs.flux.ai/tutorials
[2] https://docs.flux.ai/Introduction/getting-support
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