Precise scaling, registration, and high resolution make this the preferred way to generate circuit board artwork . The ability to generate copper layers is expected, but generating documentation, solder and paste masks as well is a real benefit. Each pad can have a unique mask. Using embedded apertures helps reduce errors. The ability to accept netlists from popular schematic capture programs reduces layout time and improves accuracy.
Reads netlists, and writes 'as-routed' netlists.
User configurable table lookup converts part names. Automatically optimize the 'ratsnest' whenever components are moved. Identify potential short circuits or solder bridges. Checks the circuit is 'as-designed'. Identify and eliminate ground loops.