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KiCad
An EDA suite for schematic and circuit board design
by The KiCad Developers
Official site: flathub.org
About KiCad
KiCad is a free and open-source electronics design automation (EDA) suite. It features schematic capture, integrated circuit simulation, printed circuit board (PCB) layout, 3D rendering, and plotting/data export to numerous formats. KiCad also includes a high-quality component library featuring thousands of symbols, footprints, and 3D models. KiCad has minimal system requirements and runs on Linux, Windows, and macOS.
How to install KiCad
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub org.kicad.KiCad
- Open KiCad once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is KiCad free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where KiCad is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install KiCad from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.kicad.KiCad. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is KiCad safe?
KiCad downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
