The Copilot Context Menu makes harnessing the power of Copilot easier than ever before. By giving users a list of predetermined prompts and actions to choose from, the Context Menu lets you access Copilot with the click of a button. Simply right-click on a component or project, and choose the prompt you want to use.
Some options include:
Copilot relies on Large Language Model (LLM) technology, whose quality and accuracy may vary. For this reason, it’s important to think of Copilot as a tool to augment your work, not a replacement for a real engineer. But, now that Copilot is even easier to use, the opportunities are endless.
As a professional, you can catch errors earlier on, save time, and reduce risks in your design. As a student, you can learn faster and get a deeper understanding of your designs. As anyone who loves hardware, you can have more confidence in your design knowing that a powerful AI has your back every step along the way.
Copilot keeps getting better, but it would be meaningless without the Flux community. The real power of Copilot lies in what each Flux user will create with it. We can’t wait to see what amazing designs you all come up with. So what are you waiting for? Try out Copilot today!
A practical guide to calculating PCB trace resistance, covering the core formula, how geometry affects resistance, worked examples, and design tips to minimize voltage drop and heat.
A practical guide to diagnosing and fixing PCB failures, covering common symptoms, a step-by-step debugging workflow, essential tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, thermal camera), a pre-power-up checklist, and the design mistakes that most often lead to broken boards.
A practical guide to PCB impedance control, covering why it matters for signal integrity, the four physical variables that shape trace impedance, and how to enforce impedance targets from stackup planning through routing and fabrication.
A practical guide to reducing EMI in PCB design through grounding, return path control, shielding, and layout best practices. Covers EMC compliance with CISPR 32 and FCC Part 15.
A practical guide to PCB grounding techniques — ground planes, return paths, star grounding, and analog/digital partitioning — with best practices for reducing noise and improving signal stability.
A step-by-step guide to designing accurate PCB footprints — covering pads, silkscreen, courtyards, IPC-7351 density levels, origin setup, and common mistakes to avoid.
A practical guide to designing multilayer PCB stackups for signal integrity, EMI control, and stable power delivery. Covers layer types, controlled impedance, common mistakes, and how modern tools simplify the process.
A look at how AI is reshaping PCB design by automating routing, placement, and signal integrity checks so engineers can focus on architecture and higher-level decisions.
