XJTAG Launches Free Standalone ODB++ Layout Viewer for Fast PCB Signal Navigation

• Easy navigation and highlighting of nets across the PCB layout
• Search for and highlight any net, component or pin
• Clear visualisation of connections and board structure
• Fast, GPU accelerated rendering
• Simple, lightweight desktop installation

Cambridge, United Kingdom. 28 April, 2026 – XJTAG®, a trusted name in electronics testing and programming, XJTAG today announced the release of a free standalone Layout Viewer, designed to help engineers quickly view PCB designs using ODB++ data without requiring access to full CAD systems or test environments.

The XJTAG Layout Viewer enables fast and intuitive navigation of PCB layouts through netlist-aware search and visualisation. Engineers can instantly locate signals, components, and pins on complex boards, making it easier to debug, validate, and bring up hardware.

“Engineers working with real hardware often need a simple way to answer one question quickly: where is this signal on the board?” said Simon Payne, CEO at XJTAG. “This viewer is built specifically for that moment – no setup, no complexity, just immediate access to the layout through the netlist.”

XJTAG Layout Viewer is purpose-built for engineering workflows using ODB++ data. It leverages embedded netlist and component information to provide an easy way to navigate PCB designs.

The viewer is designed for hardware bring-up engineers, manufacturing test engineers, and field diagnostics teams who need quick access to layout information during development and troubleshooting.

By focusing purely on layout navigation, the standalone viewer is easy to use while addressing a critical gap between design data and physical board inspection.

The XJTAG Layout Viewer is available now as a free download.

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About XJTAG (www.xjtag.com)

XJTAG is a world leading electronics supplier of testing and programming products and services. The company’s products enable engineers to debug, test, and program electronic circuits quickly and easily. This can significantly shorten the electronic design, development and manufacturing processes. XJTAG focuses on innovative product development and high-quality technical support. For more information about the company, its products and its services, please visit www.xjtag.com

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