Importing KiCAD files
Import KiCad files into to manage both the schematic and PCB parts together.
Translating KiCad Schematics
When importing KiCad schematics into , choose how to translate the files. KiCad saves schematic files separately and follows a hierarchical structure. Fusion combines these into one schematic file with two translation options:
- Modules Translation: Translates multiple KiCad schematic files in the same project as modules.
- Sheets Translation: Translates multiple KiCad schematic files into different sheets.
It's best to use sheets as the default setting. Sheets translation keeps the original reference designator names in the 2D PCB.
Modules translation includes the path in the reference designator names.
Supported KiCad File Types:
| KiCad File Type | KiCad filename extension | Fusion Electronics File Type | Fusion Electronics filename extension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project | KICAD_PRO | Electronics Design | FPRJ |
| Schematic | KICAD_SCH | Schematic | FSCH |
| 2D PCB | KICAD_PCB | 2D PCB | FBRD |
| Library Footprint | KICAD_MOD | Library | FLBR |
| Library Symbol | KICAD_SYM |
Notes:
- supports only KiCad v7 files or higher.
- does not import grid setting preferences from KiCad files.