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What is a half decent schematic drawing s/w suitable for posting on PF? --and costs nothing?
Proton Soup said:you can always printscreen, paste into a freebie image editor like irfanview, crop, save as jpg/gif, and upload to tinypic/imageshack/photobucket.
MATLABdude said:But CAM-processed stuff is so much nicer! I also recall being able to copy and paste PSPICE student edition stuff directly from the program and into Word for lab reports. Speaking of old undergrad days, I had a prof who just drew his diagrams (for problem sets and what not) in Adobe Illustrator from a set of template parts (resistors, BJTs, etc.) that he had made. I believe you can also do something similar in AutoCAD.
Proton Soup said:you can always printscreen, paste into a freebie image editor like irfanview, crop, save as jpg/gif, and upload to tinypic/imageshack/photobucket.
Schematic drawing software is a tool used by scientists, engineers, and designers to create digital diagrams and technical illustrations. It allows for the creation of accurate and detailed representations of complex systems and processes.
Posting on online platforms, such as PF (Physics Forums), often requires the sharing of visuals and diagrams to effectively communicate ideas and concepts. By using free schematic drawing software, you can ensure that everyone has access to the tools needed to understand your posts and engage in discussion.
Some commonly recommended free schematic drawing software options include Fritzing, KiCad, and CircuitMaker. These programs offer a range of features and tools for creating professional-looking diagrams and illustrations.
Here are a few tips for using free schematic drawing software effectively:
While free schematic drawing software can be a valuable tool, it may have some limitations compared to paid software. These limitations can include fewer features, less support, and a steeper learning curve. However, with practice and research, it is possible to create professional-quality diagrams using free software.