Desktop App
Run Gerbtrace natively on macOS and Windows. Same powerful Gerber viewer and manufacturing prep suite, with offline access and automatic updates.
Why the desktop app?
Gerbtrace works great in the browser. The desktop app adds offline access, native performance, and system-level integration.
Offline Access
Work without an internet connection. View Gerber files, manage BOMs, and prepare manufacturing data entirely offline.
Automatic Updates
Gerbtrace checks for updates on launch and installs them in the background. Always stay on the latest version without manual downloads.
Native Performance
Built with Tauri for a lightweight, fast experience. Uses your system's native webview — no Electron bloat, minimal memory footprint.
Drag and Drop
Drop Gerber files, ZIPs, BOMs, and pick-and-place data directly onto the app window. File type detection is automatic.
System Integration
Respects your system theme (dark/light mode), native window controls, and keyboard shortcuts you're used to.
Full Feature Parity
The full Gerber, compare, and NPI toolset runs in the desktop app; connected AI, supplier, and collaboration features resume when online.
The full NPI suite, on your desktop
The complete local NPI workflow is available offline. Import Gerber files, manage a BOM, verify component placement, configure panelization, and export production data — all without a browser tab.
- Gerber viewer with layer management and measurement
- Side-by-side revision comparison
- BOM management; AI enrichment requires a connection
- Pick and place visualization
- Panelization and paste configuration
- Team collaboration and shared spaces (requires a connection)
Download
Free to download. Free to use. No account required to get started.
macOS
.dmg installer
macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later
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Windows
.exe installer
Windows 10 or later
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Built with Tauri
Gerbtrace uses Tauri to deliver a native desktop experience. Unlike Electron apps, Tauri uses your system's built-in webview, resulting in a much smaller download size and lower resource usage.
Try it now
Don't want to download? Use Gerbtrace directly in your browser — same features, zero setup.