What is KiCAD MCP?

KiCAD MCP is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) implementation that allows Large Language Models (LLMs) like Claude to directly interact with KiCAD for printed circuit board (PCB) design.

What is MCP?

MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs, enabling AI models to access and interact with external data sources and tools.

What can I do with KiCAD MCP?

With KiCAD MCP, you can use natural language to create and manage KiCAD projects, design schematics, manipulate board geometry, place components, route traces, implement design rules, and generate export files.

What are the system requirements for KiCAD MCP?

KiCAD 9.0 or higher, Node.js v18 or higher, Python 3.8 or higher, Cline (VSCode Claude extension), and Windows 10/11.

How do I install KiCAD MCP?

Clone the KiCAD MCP repository from GitHub, install dependencies using npm, configure Cline with the correct paths, and verify the installation by creating a new KiCAD project with Claude.

Is KiCAD MCP ready for production use?

Yes, KiCAD MCP is complete and ready for production use, with full Python interface compatibility with KiCAD 9.0 and comprehensive tools for board manipulation, component placement, and routing.

What AI assistants are compatible with KiCAD MCP?

KiCAD MCP works seamlessly with Cline/Claude and other MCP-compatible clients.

Can KiCAD MCP help with schematic design?

Yes, KiCAD MCP includes schematic generation capabilities, allowing you to create and manage KiCAD schematics, add components, connect them with wires, and export schematics to PDF.

What file formats can I export from KiCAD MCP?

You can generate Gerber files, PDF documentation, SVG vector graphics, 3D models in STEP or VRML format, and bills of materials (BOM) in various formats.

Where can I find help if I encounter issues with KiCAD MCP?

Check the console output for error messages, look for similar issues in the GitHub repository’s Issues section, or open a new issue with detailed information about the problem.

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