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Download KiCad 9+ compatible symbols, footprints & 3D from LCSC. Local backend via WebSocket (API URL in Settings). 🚀 KiCad Parts Importer (Chrome Extension + required local backend) ⚠️ Important: This extension only works together with the required local backend. The backend is essential because it handles KiCad library file processing, symbol/footprint generation, and 3D model handling locally on your machine. KiCad Parts Importer adds import buttons to LCSC product pages and saves KiCad symbols, footprints, and 3D models directly into your chosen KiCad library. ✅ What it does • 🖱️ Adds import buttons to LCSC product pages • 🧩 Creates KiCad Symbol + Footprint + 3D Model via the required local backend • 📁 Saves into your existing KiCad library structure • 🧪 Supports EasyEDA-based and template-based import flows • 👀 Includes previews and improved import guidance • 🔒 Fully local: no accounts, no analytics, no tracking, no data collection 💡 Why engineers use it • ⚡ Speeds up symbol/footprint/3D model creation • 🔁 Reduces repetitive library work • 🧱 Helps keep KiCad libraries consistent • 🛡️ Everything runs on your own machine 🛠️ How it works 1) Install the Chrome extension 2) Download and run the KiCad Parts Importer backend (required) 3) Create or select a KiCad library in the extension 4) Open an LCSC product page 5) Click Import → the part is added to your KiCad library 💸 Plans & pricing • 🆓 Free • 🚫 No limits, no accounts • 🌍 Open source 📦 Backend (required): https://github.com/theautomatist/KiCad-Parts-Importer/releases 🔗 Project page: https://github.com/theautomatist/KiCad-Parts-Importer