# beginners **URL:** https://forum.fritzing.org/c/beginners/8.md [Latest](https://forum.fritzing.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fritzing.org/categories.md) --- ## [About the beginners category](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/about-the-beginners-category/18)
**Author:** [@landracer](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/landracer)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2015, 5:26am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/about-the-beginners-category/18 "2015-10-20T05:26:06Z")
Ask your basic help and usage questions here. Get help using fritzing. --- ## [ESP32 38 Pin Wide Board (ESP-WROOM-32, USB-C, CP2102) Fritzing part](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/esp32-38-pin-wide-board-esp-wroom-32-usb-c-cp2102-fritzing-part/34655)
**Author:** [@DIYables](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/DIYables)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 1:17am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/esp32-38-pin-wide-board-esp-wroom-32-usb-c-cp2102-fritzing-part/34655 "2026-10-22T01:17:01Z")
Hello, We would like to share the Fritzing part for DIYables ESP32 38 Pin Wide Board (ESP-WROOM-32, USB-C, CP2102). You can download it here: DIYables ESP32 38 Pin Wide Board (ESP-WROOM-32, USB-C, CP2102) Fritzing… --- ## [Building a flat 5-row accordion-style keyboard](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/creation-dun-clavier-a-plat-type-accordeon-a-5-rangee/34558)
**Author:** [@absynth](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/absynth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 6:34pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/creation-dun-clavier-a-plat-type-accordeon-a-5-rangee/34558 "2026-10-03T18:34:42Z")
I'm looking for support --- ## [Simulate not working](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/simulate-not-working/34548)
**Author:** [@hwever](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/hwever)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 5:56am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/simulate-not-working/34548 "2026-10-01T05:56:28Z")
when i open a sample file that comes with the program i press simulate , but everything is going blank and nothing happens --- ## [How to operate the oscilloscope?](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/how-to-operate-the-oscilloscope/34513)
**Author:** [@StefanEss](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/StefanEss)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2026, 10:02am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/how-to-operate-the-oscilloscope/34513 "2026-09-28T10:02:26Z")
Hello there! Normally, I am familiar with simulation tools. But I can not make the fritzing scope measuring (breadboard view). Is there a trigger setting or something? How can I make the channels run? When starting s… --- ## [Line settings librecad](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/line-settings-librecad/34509)
**Author:** [@Sipdey-Westland](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/Sipdey-Westland)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 4:10pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/line-settings-librecad/34509 "2026-09-16T16:10:42Z")
If you insert a line on a drawing and then tap it, you see a blue dots there. But I think those dots are small. Can the dots at the ends of lines be made larger? \` --- ## [Education Liscence](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/education-liscence/33832)
**Author:** [@cwatt1](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/cwatt1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2026, 6:10am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/education-liscence/33832 "2026-09-13T06:10:34Z")
Hi, just signed up to Fritzing. I am a Secondary teacher in Auckland New Zealand. is there a Education license available and at what price? Thankyou --- ## [Program will not let me Continue](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/program-will-not-let-me-continue/34462)
**Author:** [@rickalvi](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/rickalvi)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2026, 10:40am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/program-will-not-let-me-continue/34462 "2026-09-05T10:40:25Z")
as soon as I put an IC on my proto board and I click on save, I get this message: Failed to write part ‘4011 bla, bla.’ to C:/Users/ricka/One Drive/Desktop/FritzFiles/MB-TEST.fzz’. zip error writing part files Since I… --- ## [Component values](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/component-values/34466)
**Author:** [@rickalvi](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/rickalvi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2026, 7:32am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/component-values/34466 "2026-09-05T07:32:13Z")
trying to change component values like R and C. How do you do that? I am using 1.0.08 version --- ## [Testing a sketch](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/testing-a-sketch/34465)
**Author:** [@Sipdey-Westland](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/Sipdey-Westland)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 8:39pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/testing-a-sketch/34465 "2026-09-04T20:39:03Z")
After making a sketch I will trying to test this but I have got a lot errors. mijn oplossing.fzz (8.6 KB) How can I repair this. SPW --- ## [Grounding problem](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/grounding-problem/34451)
**Author:** [@JoeAlders](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/JoeAlders)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 2:47pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/grounding-problem/34451 "2026-08-27T14:47:36Z")
Recently I am facing this problem: I can remember that normally these separate groundings are signed with separate red dots But this time I only see one red dot. Is there a way to show those separate aereas? --- ## [Ground Fill Keepout](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/ground-fill-keepout/34446)
**Author:** [@JoeAlders](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/JoeAlders)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 4:00am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/ground-fill-keepout/34446 "2026-08-27T04:00:56Z")
What is the minimum clearance (distance) between a trace and Ground with respect to the DC voltage of that trace and the Ground? Is there a table or some “rule of thumb” available? --- ## [Look for an AC Power Supply part](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/look-for-an-ac-power-supply-part/34448)
**Author:** [@aaaajeeee](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/aaaajeeee)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 11:57am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/look-for-an-ac-power-supply-part/34448 "2026-08-26T11:57:50Z")
I wonder if there is a AC Power Supply part available. I found a DC Power Supply but I need a 8V AC Power Supply. --- ## [Borne/screw terminal](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/borne-screw-terminal/34439)
**Author:** [@Guzera](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/Guzera)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 8:40am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/borne-screw-terminal/34439 "2026-08-24T08:40:34Z")
Sou novo aqui, qual lado certo do borne pra eu conectar o fio, ele tem que estar virado pra fora pra eu conectar o fio!!! Ele na pcb esta desenhado como um quadrado e um retangulo na ponta, esse retangulo tem que estar p… --- ## [First attempt at using software for a M5StickS3 + PN5180](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/first-attempt-at-using-software-for-a-m5sticks3-pn5180/34419)
**Author:** [@dwuk3d](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/dwuk3d)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2026, 8:06am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/first-attempt-at-using-software-for-a-m5sticks3-pn5180/34419 "2026-08-17T08:06:30Z")
I’ve made my first two attempts at using the software today - I’m using ChatGPT to build the fzz files for the parts that I need. I also used it to update the Pi Pico part that I found on a thread on this forum to add… --- ## [Searching for phototransistor parts](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/searching-for-phototransistor-parts/34310)
**Author:** [@chomwitt](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/chomwitt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2026, 1:45pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/searching-for-phototransistor-parts/34310 "2026-07-11T13:45:21Z")
Hi. I am searching for phototransistor parts that used in simple arduino starter kit’s examples. The kit’s manual dont give any specs so i tried in fritzing search by giving terms like photo but the closest i think i f… --- ## [Connector arduino card](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/connector-arduino-card/34301)
**Author:** [@cjk0794](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/cjk0794)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 9:31pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/connector-arduino-card/34301 "2026-07-08T21:31:30Z")
Hello, I want to know how connect arduino card on fritzing please? I’m new here, and excuse my English I’m french. --- ## [Can I reverse engineer to Fritzing from Gerber files?](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/can-i-reverse-engineer-to-fritzing-from-gerber-files/34292)
**Author:** [@Bittsen](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/Bittsen)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2026, 4:06am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/can-i-reverse-engineer-to-fritzing-from-gerber-files/34292 "2026-07-07T04:06:10Z")
I’m not really a true beginner but here’s the deal. I designed a board a few years ago. I sent it off for fabrication. I have the boards. Unfortunately, I had a hard drive crash and lost ALL my design files. Not just F… --- ## [Expansion board for Fritzing?](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/expansion-board-for-fritzing/34167)
**Author:** [@peirof](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/peirof)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2026, 6:58pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/expansion-board-for-fritzing/34167 "2026-07-06T18:58:31Z")
Hi, I’m a beginner, with not much experience, and I’m starting to use Fritzing for a simple circuit. All the components are connected to an ESP32 mini, which is mounted on an expansion board. The problem is, I don’t kn… --- ## [At what point do you stop optimizing routing and accept a "good enough" PCB layout?](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/at-what-point-do-you-stop-optimizing-routing-and-accept-a-good-enough-pcb-layout/34230)
**Author:** [@AVAQ\_Semiconductor](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/AVAQ_Semiconductor)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2026, 6:32pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/at-what-point-do-you-stop-optimizing-routing-and-accept-a-good-enough-pcb-layout/34230 "2026-06-28T18:32:55Z")
Hi all, I’m working on a relatively simple mixed-signal board (microcontroller + sensors + switching regulator), and I keep finding myself making small routing improvements that then force changes elsewhere. The board … --- ## [Values automatically changed](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/values-automatically-changed/34262)
**Author:** [@daitarn3](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/daitarn3)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2026, 10:50am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/values-automatically-changed/34262 "2026-06-27T10:50:59Z")
Hi, When I change the number to adjust the hole’s position, the program changes the numbers. I tried switching the language to English, but the problem persists. How can I fix this? Thanks. --- ## [It doesn't rotate](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/it-doesnt-rotate/34241)
**Author:** [@daitarn3](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/daitarn3)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2026, 3:21pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/it-doesnt-rotate/34241 "2026-06-23T15:21:29Z")
Good morning, I need to rotate PCBs, components, etc. If you select everything, the rotate button is inactive. How do I fix this? (Windows 11, Fritzing 1.0.6 Thanks --- ## [Central grounding pad](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/central-grounding-pad/34224)
**Author:** [@JoeAlders](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/JoeAlders)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2026, 11:10pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/central-grounding-pad/34224 "2026-06-20T23:10:35Z")
How can I create a central grounding point by using a single pad? I know that in the “Core Parts” section there is a “Pad” available but until now I did not manage to get it properly used. For instance, I want to crea… --- ## [Swapping Top and Bottom layer](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/swapping-top-and-bottom-layer/34214)
**Author:** [@JoeAlders](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/JoeAlders)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2026, 7:36pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/swapping-top-and-bottom-layer/34214 "2026-06-16T19:36:04Z")
Is there an easy way to swap the top and bottom layer interconnection? --- ## [Trace thickness larger than 48 mil](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/trace-thickness-larger-than-48-mil/34197)
**Author:** [@JoeAlders](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/JoeAlders)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2026, 7:33pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/trace-thickness-larger-than-48-mil/34197 "2026-06-16T19:33:28Z")
Puzzled how to make traces larger than 48 mil but did not got a clue. Is it possible to make them thicker than 48 mil? --- ## [Newbie - Trying to pass DRC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/newbie-trying-to-pass-drc/34204)
**Author:** [@pmclean64](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/pmclean64)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2026, 5:05pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/newbie-trying-to-pass-drc/34204 "2026-06-12T17:05:07Z")
Working on first board and I cant get past three DRC errors which seem to center around 1 wire and my ESP32. Are there any resources or people that help with this kind of problem. I’ve fixed everything but these three - … --- ## [I need ESP32 Wroom with 30 pins only](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/i-need-esp32-wroom-with-30-pins-only/34184)
**Author:** [@jackmondy](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/jackmondy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2026, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/i-need-esp32-wroom-with-30-pins-only/34184 "2026-06-08T12:10:37Z")
I need help guys.. thank you --- ## [Why are ALL of my screens BLACK? I cannot see anything I import to the sketch?](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/why-are-all-of-my-screens-black-i-cannot-see-anything-i-import-to-the-sketch/34113)
**Author:** [@danielosko](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/danielosko)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 12:49am UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/why-are-all-of-my-screens-black-i-cannot-see-anything-i-import-to-the-sketch/34113 "2026-05-24T00:49:02Z")
Why are ALL of my screens BLACK? I cannot see anything I import to the sketch? --- ## [Installing on Ubuntu 25.10](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/installing-on-ubuntu-25-10/34078)
**Author:** [@Sipdey-Westland](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/Sipdey-Westland)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 5:38pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/installing-on-ubuntu-25-10/34078 "2026-05-13T17:38:22Z")
After downloading version 1.0.7 for Linux, no installing conform chmod & ./ see I no icon for starting “Fritzing” How to can I install version 1.0.7. --- ## [How do I connecting wires?](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/how-do-i-connecting-wires/34083)
**Author:** [@Ruben\_Graemiger](https://forum.fritzing.org/u/Ruben_Graemiger)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 2:48pm UTC](https://forum.fritzing.org/t/how-do-i-connecting-wires/34083 "2026-05-13T14:48:43Z")
Hi Everybody How do I connect a wire to another wire at any point? it only lets me connect wires directly to pins of components, but for me, for intelligibility it is important to form T-junctions and stuff like that wh… [Next page](https://forum.fritzing.org/c/beginners/8.md?page=1)