Basic Steps to Design a PCB Layout

Overview : PCB Design Process

The following image shows the basic PCB layout and design steps.

How to Design a PCB Layout

Creating a Drawing Frame

Creating a Schematic Symbol

Creating a PCB Footprint

 

Creating a Component

Placing Schematic Components

Wiring

Verifying Your Schematic Design with ERC/DRC

Generating a BOM File

Linking the Schematic to the PCB

Defining the Board Size

Placing Mounting Holes

Placing Dimensions

Placing Components

 

Routing Traces

Creating Planes

Verifying Your PCB Design with DRC/MRC

Correcting Errors

Generating Gerber / NC Drill Files