GerbView Tutorials
You can learn how to use many of GerbView’s features through the online tutorials.
These tutorials are designed to help both new and experienced users get the most out of the software.
They cover a wide range of topics, from basic functions to advanced tools, and provide clear, step-by-step instructions.
Whether you want to compare Gerber files, convert them into other formats, or make simple modifications such as adding text or QR codes,
you’ll find a tutorial to guide you.
Below is a list of all currently available tutorials:
Getting Started
How to get started with GerbView?
This tutorial will walk you through the basics of getting started, from opening your first file to exploring GerbView’s most useful features.
Converting Files
How do I convert RS-274D Gerber files to extended Gerber format?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to convert legacy Gerber files to extended Gerber format (RS-274X, also known as Gerber X1).
How do I convert ODB++ projects to extended Gerber format?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to convert ODB++ to extended Gerber format (RS-274X).
How do I convert Gerber files to DXF format?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to convert one or more Gerber files to Autodesk DXF format.
How do I create layered PDF files with GerbView?
This tutorial shows you how to generate a layered PDF that combines multiple Gerber and Excellon files into a single, organized document.
You’ll also learn how to create a multi-page PDF, with each layer placed on its own page for easy review and printing.
How do I combine positive and negative layers into a single Gerber file?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to combine a positive Gerber layer with traces with a negative power or ground plane and then create a finished Gerber file.
Comparing Gerber Files
How do I compare Gerber files with GerbView?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to compare two Gerber layers with GerbView.
Aligning Files
How do I align Gerber files with GerbView?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to align two or more Gerber files.
If your system generates files with different origin, you should align them before doing a compare or converting to other file formats.
How do I align an Excellon drill and Gerber file with GerbView?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to align a misaligned Excellon drill file with a Gerber file and then save it to a new aligned drill file.
Modifying Gerber Layers
How can I add pictures, logos, qr codes and barcodes to a Gerber layer?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to use the markup feature to add pictures, logos, qr codes and barcodes to a Gerber layer.
You may also use the same method to add other graphic elements like text, lines, polygons and more.
How can I add text to a Gerber layer?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to use the markup feature to add text to a Gerber layer.
How can I remove unwanted content from a Gerber layer?
This tutorial will demonstrate how to remove unwanted content from a Gerber layer.
Command Line Interface
How do I use GerbView command line switches?
Here you can find a description of all the available GerbView command line switches.
Usage information is also available for each of the switches, for example how to convert one or more files to other file formats.
