export_step
Exports a STEP 3D model of a KiCad board, given the project path. Optionally specify an output file path.
Instructions
Export a STEP 3D model of the board.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| output | No | ||
| project | Yes |
Exports a STEP 3D model of a KiCad board, given the project path. Optionally specify an output file path.
Export a STEP 3D model of the board.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| output | No | ||
| project | Yes |
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