How to Install and Uninstall kicad Package on openSUSE Leap

Last updated: May 18,2024

1. Install "kicad" package

This guide covers the steps necessary to install kicad on openSUSE Leap


    
        
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                sudo zypper refresh
            
                    
    
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                sudo zypper install
            
                        
                kicad
            
                    
    
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2. Uninstall "kicad" package

Please follow the guidance below to uninstall kicad on openSUSE Leap:


    
        
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                sudo zypper remove
            
                        
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3. Information about the kicad package on openSUSE Leap

Information for package kicad:
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Repository : Main Repository
Name : kicad
Version : 6.0.11-bp155.1.7
Arch : x86_64
Vendor : openSUSE
Installed Size : 162.4 MiB
Installed : No
Status : not installed
Source package : kicad-6.0.11-bp155.1.7.src
Upstream URL : https://www.kicad.org
Summary : EDA software suite for the creation of schematics and PCB
Description :
KiCad is an open source (GPL) software for the creation of electronic
schematic diagrams and printed circuit with up to 32 copper layers and
additional technical layers.
KiCad includes a project manager and four main independent software tools:
- Eeschema: schematic editor.
- Pcbnew: printed circuit board editor.
- Gerbview: GERBER file viewer (photoplotter documents).
- Cvpcb: footprint selector for components association.