Files with .gbo extension are PCB designs in gerber formats. They are used for design and manufacturing of printed circuit boards. These files can be opened and edited using PCB software like Altium Designer. Various gerber formats can be converted between each other for use in different programs.
The .gbo file format is compatible with software installable on systems. GBO files contain bottom overlay (silk screen) PCB data and are categorized as 3D Image Files. Altium Designer is the recommended software for managing these files. Detailed information about Altium Designer and supported file formats like .gbo is on the official Altium website.
Below are tips on opening .gbo files and programs supporting them. The .gbo file extension represents Gerber Bottom Overlay. It is a 3D Image File. The GBO file format is supported on 1 operating system. The number of programs supporting and opening .gbo files on each platform are: 1 on Operating systems.
When double-clicking a .gbo file Windows examines the extension. If unrecognized, this message appears: “Select an app to open this .gbo file”. It means the OS does not have a default program associated with the .gbo type.
The .gbo file acts similar to a PDF file. It shows the PCB layout for viewing and referencing but not editing. The Gerber format was created by Gerber Systems but is now maintained by Ucamco. Common .gbo filenames are [projectname].gbo, named after the PCB project.
Over 400 formats can be opened with File Viewer Plus including .gbo files. The .gbo extension can be in 622 other file types possibly unsupported by Altium Designer. The Gerber Bottom Overlay file and Altium Designer were developed by N/A. Most .gbo files were likely created with Altium Designer.
Our .gbo file tools:
1. File Opener
2. File Converter
3. File Viewer
4. File Editor
The .gbo extension represents Gerber Bottom Overlay Data Files developed by Ucamco. It exports the PCB layout for viewing not editing. The format was created by Gerber Systems. Common filenames are [projectname].gbo.
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