General FAQ

Frequently asked questions about SnapEDA

40 articles in this collection
Written by Carlos Bracho and Phoebe Mallapre

Why am I receiving .circ files instead of the requested format?

An explanation on why some users are receiving .circ files instead of our formats.

Written by Carlos Bracho
Updated over a week ago

How to import into Fusion360?

Guide on how to import symbols & footprints into Fusion360

Written by Carlos Bracho
Updated over a week ago

How to Import an OLB File into Concept HDL?

Written by Carlos Bracho
Updated over a week ago

How to import into Diptrace?

Guide on how to import symbols & footprints into Diptrace

Written by Carlos Bracho
Updated over a week ago

How to batch upload symbols and footprints to SnapEDA?

Written by Carlos Bracho
Updated over a week ago

Does SnapEDA support .epw and .bxl files?

Instead of supporting .epw and .bxl files, SnapEDA supports native PCB design file formats for a seamless experience.

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to import SnapEDA libraries to PCB Artist?

A guide to import SnapEDA libraries using the Eagle .lbr files to PCB Artist

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to correct the color discrepancy in FreeCAD?

A guide on how to correct the color discrepancy in FreeCAD

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to avoid nets to be connected automatically in Eagle

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to import SnapEDA libraries to Easy-PC?

A guide to import SnapEDA libraries using the .epl files to Easy-PC

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to import SnapEDA libraries to EasyEDA?

A guide to import SnapEDA libraries, using the Eagle .lbr files, to EasyEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

General Questions

OEM Program

Our OEM program provides custom and confidential CAD models for companies in the hardware industry.

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

What is SnapEDA?

Introduction about SnapEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How can SnapEDA provide this service for free? How do you generate revenue?

How SnapEDA provides the service for free and how it generates revenue.

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to use InstaBuild for symbols and footprints?

A guide to create symbols and footprints using InstaBuild

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to request for a part?

Guide on how to request for a part that is not on SnapEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How can I pay for the InstaPart service?

How can I pay for the service on SnapEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

Is there a limit for free downloads?

"We've snapped our fingers, but the conversion factory is backed up with orders. Try again in a while after the backlog clears." limit error

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

Do you offer Non-Profit and Educational discounts?

Do you offer Non-Profit and Educational discounts?

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

Do you plan to introduce schematic capture or layout tools?

Plan to introduce design tools

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

CAD Library Questions

Can I use CAD symbols and footprints in commercial designs?

Can symbols and footprints be used in commercial designs

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

What is the license for symbols and footprints?

License for symbols and footprints

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

What is the Design Exception 1.0?

What is the Design Exception 1.0

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

What happens if I can't find the CAD part I'm looking for?

If you can't look for the CAD part you need

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How is SnapEDA providing transparency into the quality of CAD parts?

How SnapEDA provides transparency into the quality of CAD parts

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

Where does SnapEDA get its CAD data from?

Where does SnapEDA get its CAD data

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

What standards does SnapEDA follow?

Standards for symbol and footprint creation of SnapEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

Import/Export Questions

Why do I see a solid color in Altium when the 3D model is imported?

I could not see the pads from the 3D model imported in Altium

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

Do I need a library loader to import symbols & footprints?

Do I need to install any additional software to import SnapEDA symbols and footprints?

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

Which formats does SnapEDA export?

Which formats does SnapEDA export?

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How do I import SnapEDA parts into my PCB tool?

How to import SnapEDA parts into my PCB tool?

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

I'd like to import my libraries to SnapEDA. What formats are supported for import?

What formats are supported for import?

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to download symbols and footprints?

Guide on how to download symbols and footprints on SnapEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to download 3D models?

Guide on how to download 3D models on SnapEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to batch export symbols and footprints?

Guide on how to batch export symbols and footprints on SnapEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to upload symbols and footprints?

Guide on how to upload and share your libraries on SnapEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

How to upload a 3D model?

Guide on how to upload 3D model so you can share it with the community.

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

API

Does SnapEDA have an API?

API questions on SnapEDA

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

Contact

I have more questions that aren't included here. Who can I contact?

More questions that are not in the FAQ

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago

I have feedback on how to make the site better. Who should I contact?

Feedback on making the site better

Written by Phoebe Mallapre
Updated over a week ago