Hello John, DIPTrace is a free (300 pin limit, 4 Layer) schematic & PCB package. This comes with Auto-place & Auto-route. D/Load the free version with the extensive parts & pads libraries, and the user manual to start. Full support is offered from Alex, Stanislav & their team, as well as the DIPTrace group forum.
Not only is the program easy to use, you can export Gerber files, drill files ,GFX as well as ASCII format files.
There is also the option of converting to and from Eagle PCB and P-CAD formats.
Having tried most types of schematic/PCB packages over the years, I have found DIPTrace to be the best overall in ease of use, parts library and support.
The maximum size of board is the same as a A4 page.
Hierarchical designs are supported as well as multi-page schematics.
http://diptrace.com/Hope this helps, chester
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