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# TraceFab Beta
# PCB CAM Software for CNC PCB Manufacturing
# https://tracefab.com
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VERSION
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Current Version: 0.4.0 ( Beta Release )

ABOUT
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TraceFab converts ( currently ) KiCad9 PCB files into CNC-ready toolpaths
and G-Code for PCB milling.

INSTALLATION
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1. Visit : https://trace-fab.com/#download
2. Download the executable to your computer.
3. MS Edge or Chrome might give a download warning, that this file is new and has no reputation yet. 
	Please select "Keep" file.
4. Run TraceFabSetup.exe
5. On some new clean Windows 11 - 25H2, Smart App Control can block the installation. Microsoft is moving towards
	applications with signature. As Trace-Fab is currently in beta, we are not yet able to move towards this new
	software verification system.
6. Follow the installer Wizard -> Disclaimer -> Make Icon On Desktop -> Launch Application
7. Start TraceFab -> we have provided some open-source test samples from Kicad version 9 to play with.

WINDOWS SECURITY
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TraceFab is currently unsigned beta software.
Some Windows systems may display SmartScreen or Smart App Control warnings.


FEATURES
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- KiCad9 PCB Direct Import
- PCB Rendering
- CNC Actions : Contours, Drilling, Edge-Cut, Soldermask, Alignment Pins
- Tool Library
- G-Code Generation


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# RELEASE HISTORY
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v0.4.0
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- Fixed Through-Hole pad rendering
- Fixed Via rendering order
- Improved DataGrid layouts
- Improved toolbar icons
- Improved dialog spacing

v0.3.0
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- Fixed scaling issues from full HD screens to 4K.

v0.2.0
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- Fixed UI menu buttons

v0.1.0
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- Initial Beta Release

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# KNOWN ISSUES
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- We found that the new kicad10 PCB files are not compatible with TraceFab Parser.
	As a fix, we are currently working on different parser sets for different Kicad versions.


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# ROADMAP
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Short Term
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- Copper Zones
- KiCad 10 Validation
- Portable ZIP Release

Medium Term
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- Gerber Import
- Advanced Isolation Routing
- Better Manufacturing Workflow

Long Term
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- Linux Investigation
- Advanced CAM Features


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# SUPPORT
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Website:
https://tracefab.com

Community:
Discord server : https://discord.gg/wT49aXbFYZ

Email:
info@tracefab.com