PCB Design - Manufacturing OutputYou want to customize your BOM export to include supplier part numbers and cost per unit. Which approach is best?AManually edit the exported CSV file after exportBAdd custom columns in the BOM export settings and map supplier dataCUse a separate spreadsheet to track supplier info and costsDIgnore supplier info and only export standard BOM columnsCheck Answer
Step-by-Step SolutionSolution:Step 1: Understand BOM customization optionsMost PCB tools allow adding custom columns in BOM export settings to include extra data like supplier part numbers and costs.Step 2: Compare approaches for accuracy and automationAdding custom columns ensures data is included automatically and stays consistent, unlike manual edits or separate spreadsheets.Final Answer:Add custom columns in the BOM export settings and map supplier data -> Option BQuick Check:Customize BOM export settings for supplier data [OK]Quick Trick: Use BOM export settings to add supplier columns [OK]Common Mistakes:MISTAKESEditing CSV manually risks errors and is inefficientUsing separate spreadsheets causes data mismatchIgnoring supplier info reduces BOM usefulness
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