Creating Custom Parts

Many projects require the use of some very specific parts and as we cannot provide them all, we try to make it as easy as possible for you to create your own.
Be sure to check Fritzing's library before you start creating a new part from scratch. Often there would be a quicker way to get what you need, like using a generic part or by modifying an existing part. Follow one of the two ways:

1. Using generic parts

   Standard parts like ICs, resistors, and pin headers can be defined easily by using Fritzing's generic parts. Learn more

2. Creating custom parts using the Part Editor

   Using Fritzing's Part Editor you can create a part from scratch (with custom graphics) or modify an existing part.
   This step-by-step tutorial includes the following sections:

   • The Part Editor
   • Providing Part Graphics
   • Defining Part Specifications
   • Defining Part Connectors
   • Testing & Quality Check
   • Using & Sharing

   
   

Further helpful documents:

1. Fritzing's Graphic Standards - Use these standard colors, fonts and styles to make your part look good!
2. Fritzing's Graphic Templates - Download templates that will help you design your part.