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.