SnapMagic

A new experience to help make your design a snap. Focus on design with ready-to-use PCB footprints and schematic symbols
What is SnapMagic?
SnapMagic is a Chrome extension that helps engineers find CAD models on distributor websites, allowing them to quickly download and place parts in their CAD tools. It automates the process of finding symbols, footprints, and 3D models, and even allows users to request new models if they are not available. With SnapMagic, engineers can streamline their design process and bring their products to life faster.

Extension stats

Users: 5,000+
Rating: 4.70 (23)
Version: 1.0.1.47 (Last updated: 2024-06-11)
Creation date: 2021-03-01
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • activeTab
  • scripting
  • downloads
Host permissions:
  • http://*/
  • https://*/
Size: 422.91K

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Extension summary

Find CAD models on distributor websites

Have you ever wished it were easier to find CAD models on distributor websites? We’ve got you!

Simply browse your favorite electronic component distributor website as you normally would. We’ll notify you when symbols, footprints and 3D models for the part you’re looking at are available, so you can download and place the part in your CAD tool instantly.

✨ The SnapMagic Chrome Extensions allows you to : • Augment your favorite distributor websites with SnapMagic models automagically • Place CAD models to major PCB design tools, including Altium, Eagle, and KiCAD. More file formats to come soon! • If the symbol, footprint or 3D model for the part you need doesn’t exist yet, request it and get it in 24 hours

👋 Questions? Feedback? Latest News? • Use the chat bubble at the bottom right of our website (http://www.snapeda.com) • Email us at [email protected] • Follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/snapeda/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/snapeda?lang=en)

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Very useful for designing and testing PCB parts
  • Helps find and download components quickly during the design stage
  • Works flawlessly on Chrome
  • Streamlines the creation of new libraries with other tools
  • Provides top-notch content, including schematic symbols and layouts
Cons
  • Lacks support for Linux, making it unusable for some users
  • Users wish for more parts to be available
  • Relies on having the desktop app open, which some find inconvenient
  • Users want more integrated functionality instead of needing to click the extension
Most mentioned
  • The extension makes designing easier and faster
  • SnapEDA has significantly improved the user experience
  • Users appreciate the ability to get CAD models and components in a snap
Recent reviews
by _porotoxd_, 2024-01-13

I have tested the App Desktop (v1.0) together with the Altium plugin (v3.0.5) and the extension for chrome and I liked it very much, it becomes very fast and pleasant the creation of new libraries when putting together the 3 tools.
by Ivar Agredo, 2022-01-27

This tool is really useful, it helps us to use our energy optimally and not waste our time in vain.Wishing a very good year for the team snapEDA and the esteemed manager, Ms. Natasha
by rahim sarvejahani, 2022-01-18
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Extension safety

Risk impact

SnapMagic requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

SnapMagic is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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