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GdsViewer Tutorial: Boost Your IC Layout Workflow In integrated circuit (IC) design, optimizing your physical verification flow is the key to hitting tight tapeout deadlines. The ⁠GDSII database format serves as the standard industry metric for sharing IC layout artwork. However, dealing with large, multi-gigabyte files can quickly crawl your primary Electronic Design Automation (EDA) suites to a halt.

Using a dedicated lightweight tool like GdsViewer allows you to dramatically reduce rendering lag, instantly inspect complex layer hierarchies, and troubleshoot errors before running heavy verification scripts. This tutorial guides you through configuring, navigating, and maximizing efficiency in your IC design pipeline using GdsViewer. 🛠️ Step 1: Loading and Initializing Layouts

To begin inspection, you need to import your physical layout database.