vivado-gui

Open Vivado design checkpoints in the GUI for visual verification.

Updated Mar 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pjy4617/pjy-claude-skill --skill vivado-gui
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Skill: vivado-gui
Source: https://github.com/pjy4617/pjy-claude-skill/tree/main/plugins/vivado/skills/vivado-gui
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pjy4617/pjy-claude-skill --skill vivado-gui

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables hardware teams to quickly inspect Vivado design checkpoints visually, reducing the manual overhead of GUI setup after CLI-driven builds.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Open Design CheckPoints in GUI: easily view synthesis, placement, and routing checkpoints.
  • Visual verification: access Device View, Schematic, Timing reports through checkpoints.
  • Use Case: after running CLI build, open post_synth.dcp in Vivado GUI to inspect hierarchy and utilization; after place and route, verify device layout and timing constraints.

Quick Start

Open build/checkpoints/post_synth.dcp in Vivado GUI to inspect the synthesized design.

Frequently Asked Questions about vivado-gui

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I open a Vivado design checkpoint in the GUI after a CLI build?▼

To open a Vivado design checkpoint in the GUI, use the Skill's commands to launch Vivado and load .dcp files stored under build/checkpoints for visual inspection.

What is a Vivado .dcp file used for during visual verification?▼

A Vivado .dcp design checkpoint saves the design state for visual verification. It lets you inspect post-synthesis, post-place, and post-route stages using Device View and Schematic.

Can I view Vivado timing reports visually from a design checkpoint?▼

Yes, you can view Vivado timing reports visually by opening design checkpoints in the GUI. This enables post-route evaluation and visual confirmation of timing constraints.

When do I need to open a Vivado post_synth.dcp checkpoint?▼

You need to open a post_synth.dcp checkpoint after running a CLI build to inspect the synthesized design hierarchy and utilization in Vivado GUI.

Does opening Vivado GUI for design checks require any specific directory structure?▼

Opening Vivado GUI for design checks requires .dcp checkpoints stored under build/checkpoints. The Skill relies on this directory structure to locate and launch specific checkpoints.