> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.buildwithtrace.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Exporting Designs

> Generate manufacturing files and documentation from your Trace projects.

## Gerber Files

Export Gerber files for PCB fabrication:

* Use **File → Export → Gerbers** or ask Trace: "Export Gerbers for manufacturing"
* Select layers to export (copper, mask, silkscreen, edge cuts)
* Choose format settings (RS-274X is standard)

## Where Files Are Saved

Export files are saved to a `gerbers/` or `output/` directory within your project folder. Configure the output path in project settings.

## Bill of Materials

Export a BOM for component ordering:

* **CSV** — Import into spreadsheets or distributor order tools
* **Excel** — Formatted spreadsheet with pricing columns
* **HTML** — Interactive BOM viewable in a browser

Include fields like reference, value, footprint, manufacturer, and distributor part numbers.

## Pick and Place

Generate pick-and-place files for automated assembly:

* Component positions (X, Y coordinates)
* Rotation angles
* Side designation (top/bottom)
* Reference designators

Required by assembly houses like JLCPCB and PCBWay.

## 3D Models

Export your board design in 3D:

* **STEP** — For mechanical CAD integration (Fusion 360, SolidWorks)
* **VRML** — For visualization and rendering

## PDF Documentation

Generate PDF outputs including:

* Schematic prints
* Board layout prints
* Fabrication drawings
* Assembly drawings

## Manufacturer Presets

Trace includes pre-configured export settings for popular manufacturers:

| Manufacturer | Notes                             |
| ------------ | --------------------------------- |
| JLCPCB       | Gerber + BOM + pick-and-place ZIP |
| PCBWay       | Standard Gerber package           |
| OSH Park     | 2-layer optimized settings        |
| Eurocircuits | European fab presets              |

## One-Click Manufacturing

For PCBWay and Pikkolo Assembly, you can skip uploading files to the fab's website entirely — Trace submits orders through partner APIs directly from the editor:

* Autofills order parameters from your `.trace_pcb` file
* Loads manufacturer-specific DRC presets so violations are caught before you submit
* Handles quoting, freight calculation, payment, and live fabrication progress tracking
* Supports both fabrication and turnkey assembly (BOM + PnP upload for assembly)

See the [One-Click Manufacturing guide](/guides/one-click-manufacturing) for the full walkthrough. Available on paid plans.

## Design Rule Export

Export your design rules for documentation or sharing with manufacturers. Includes trace widths, clearances, via sizes, and layer stackup information.