Open G1 file

G1 files: what are they and how do I open them?

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Gerber inner routing layer 1

Files with g1 file extension are commonly found as one of the PCB Gerber formats. Used for design and manufacturing of printed circuit boards.

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The g1 file extension is used for one of the gerber formats. The g1 file contains inner routing layer 1 PCB data.

A Gerber File is a file format used by printed circuit board manufacturing machines to layout electrical connections such as traces, vias, and pads (the component footprints on the PCB). In addition, the file contains information for drilling, and milling the completed circuit board.

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