Preamble
This guide will walk you through how to create gerber files in Altium. Gerber files consist of all the different layers in your PCB, and are sent to PCB manufacturers so that they can actually build your circuit board.
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Select the layers you used in your PCB file. You need to select the layers you used, the solder mask for the layers you used, and the silkscreen for the layers you used. Once you have done that, move to the next tab.
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Make your settings match the settings in the image. You will need to use the correct Film Size values for your board. The X and Y coordinates is the upper most right of your PCB. The boarder size is the thickness of the boarder you places surrounding your PCB in the top layer. Once you have finished, click OK. You have now successfully created your gerber files!
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Navigate into the project output folder, which is created in the same directory where you have saved the project file. You will need to select the gerber files and the NC Drill file you've made according to [Manufacturer Name Here]. You may have to zip these files before sending them to the manufacturer. You should name the archive the same name as the PCB.
