Export layout#
The Layout exporter extension allows users to export various design data from an HFSS 3D Layout, such as IPC2581, Bill of materials (BOM), and configuration files.
The extension provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for configuration, or it can be used in batch mode via command line arguments.
The following image shows the extension GUI:
Features#
Allow users to select and export data in multiple formats: IPC2581, BOM, and configuration files.
Automatically detects the active project and design in AEDT.
Validates user input for file paths and selected options.
Supports both light and dark themes for the GUI.
Using the extension#
Open the Automation tab in the HFSS 3D Layout interface.
Locate and click the Layout Cutout icon under the Extension Manager.
In the GUI, users can interact with the following elements: - Export IPC2581: Checkbox to export the layout data as IPC2581. - Export Configuration: Checkbox to export the configuration file. - Export BOM: Checkbox to export the Bill of Materials (BOM). - Theme toggle: Button to switch between light and dark themes.
Once the options are selected, click the Export button to generate the respective files.
Note
The selected files are saved in the same directory as the AEDB project.
Command line#
The extension can also be used directly via the command line for batch processing.
Use the following syntax to run the extension: