u/General-Security-204

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Does any software let you view a Gerber file and mark/annotate issues directly on the layout for reporting?

Hi, I’m looking for a tool (open-source or commercial) that does more than just basic Gerber viewing. Specifically, I want something where a PCB operator or reviewer can:

  • Load standard Gerber files (RS-274X) plus drill files
  • Pan/zoom around the layers
  • Easily mark a spot (e.g., trace too close to pad, solder bridge risk, missing via)
  • Add a note or issue type to that mark
  • Export or generate a report (PDF, CSV, or image with annotations) that lists all those issues with coordinates and comments

Essentially, a lightweight review/QC annotation tool for Gerbers, not a full CAM editor. Does anything like this already exist, or is everyone just using screenshots + separate spreadsheets?

Thanks for any pointers.

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u/General-Security-204 — 21 hours ago