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Welcome to Flux
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
Explain project
Write a project description
Find schematic issues
Create a test plan
Simulate a circuit
Prepare for Manufacturing
Component Selection Workflow
New Subsystem Wizard
Write I2C initialization code
Generate firmware skeleton
To get started, talk to Flux or create a New Document.
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- Create a New Project: Start by creating a new project in Flux. You can do this by navigating to the Flux website and selecting “Create New Project.”
- Add Components: Drag components from the library onto the canvas and drop them where you would like them to be placed.
2. Designing Your Schematic- Place Components: Drag and drop components from the component library onto your schematic.
- Create Connections: Connect the components by drawing wires between the pins.
- Label Components: Ensure each component has a unique designator and properly numbered pins.
3. Simulating Your Circuit- Simulator Tool: Use the simulator tool to test your circuit design. This can help you identify and fix issues before moving on to the PCB layout.
4. Designing Your PCB Layout- Position Components: Arrange components on your PCB layout. Carefully consider placement to minimize trace lengths and avoid interference.
- Route Traces: Draw traces between the component pins to create electrical connections.
5. Finalizing Your Design- Design Rule Check (DRC): Perform a DRC to ensure there are no design errors.
- Generate Gerber Files: Once your design is complete, generate Gerber files which can be sent to a manufacturer for fabrication.
6. Getting Help- Documentation and Tutorials: Check the Flux documentation and
- Live Chat and Community Support: Use the live chat support option or join the Slack community for questions and help from the Flux team and other users.
7. Executing Actions- Take Action Button: When Copilot's suggestions are provided, you can use the "Take Action" button to implement those specific connections directly into your schematic.
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