GTKWave for Linux

Electronic waveform viewer for viewing simulation results

Overview

GTKWave is a waveform viewer designed for Linux users who need to analyze electronic simulation results.

It is useful for engineers and electronics hobbyists who want to examine data from their simulations.

The software supports many common waveform file formats, including FST, GHW, and Verilog VCD/EVCD, making it versatile for different types of projects.

This tool allows you to view waveform data in two ways: post-mortem and interactive.

Post-mortem viewing means you can look at the data after the simulation has finished, while interactive viewing lets you watch the data as it is being created.

This feature can help you better understand how your electronic system behaves over time.

GTKWave also offers Tcl scripting and callback features.

These allow other programs to control GTKWave remotely, which can be helpful for automated testing or integrating the viewer into larger workflows.

However, the software is only available for Linux, and there is no information about support for other operating systems.

Additionally, the user interface details and how easy it is to use are not clearly described.

There is also no information on whether GTKWave can capture real-time waveforms directly.

Overall, GTKWave is a powerful, Linux-based utility for viewing electronic waveforms.

It fits well with engineering and electronics categories, especially for users who need support for various waveform formats and remote control through scripting.

Pros

  • Supports multiple waveform file formats including FST, GHW, and Verilog VCD/EVCD.
  • Allows both post-mortem and interactive viewing of VCD data.
  • Provides Tcl scripting and callback capabilities for remote control.

Cons

  • No information about support for platforms other than Linux.
  • No mention of user interface simplicity or ease of use.
  • No details on real-time waveform capturing capabilities.

Software details

Platform
Linux
Free license
Yes
Project license
GPL-2.0-or-later
Mobile friendly
No
Bug tracker
https://github.com/gtkwave/gtkwave/issues

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