> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.quilter.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.quilter.ai/get-started/readme.md).

# Welcome to Quilter

Quilter streamlines PCB design with automated PCB layout, physics checks, and iterative design tools, reducing the time from concept to production.

Welcome to Quilter's documentation. 

Here, you'll find an overview of the features and functionality that Quilter offers to help you generate, explore, and optimize fabrication-ready circuit boards in hours instead of weeks.

### Jump right in

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[Quickstart](/get-started/quickstart.md)
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### Keep exploring

#### Quilter basics

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>About Quilter</strong></td><td>Learn about why Quilter exists and how it works.</td><td><a href="/about-quilter/why-were-building-quilter.md">About Quilter</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Using Quilter</strong></td><td>Learn how to upload design files and generate layout candidates.</td><td><a href="/using-quilter/introduction.md">Using Quilter</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Configuring design requirements

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Physics Constraints</strong></td><td>Identify your designs' key signals and concerns.</td><td><a href="/physics-constraints/overview.md">Physics Constraints</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Design Parameters</strong></td><td>Constrain elements of your design.</td><td><a href="/design-parameters/overview.md">Design Parameters</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Reviewing layout candidates

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Reviewing Candidates</strong></td><td>Identify and download the best candidates</td><td><a href="/candidate-review/overview.md">Candidate Review</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Physics Rule Checks (PRCs)</strong></td><td>Validate design functionality</td><td><a href="/physics-rule-checks-prcs/overview.md">Physics Rule Checks (PRCs)</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


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