Select "EPLAN Data Archive (*.edz)" or "XML" depending on your downloaded file format.
| File Extension | Type | Use Case | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | EPLAN Data Package | The standard format for exchanging libraries and macros. Includes parts data, symbols, and often 3D models. | | .XML | Parts Data only | Usually exported from ERP systems. Contains commercial data but rarely includes graphical macros. | | .CSV | Tabular data | Good for bulk editing part numbers but requires manual macro linking afterward. | | .EPB | EPLAN Backup | A compressed backup of an entire EPLAN project or master data folder. | | .ZW1 | Macro file | A single schematic symbol or 2D mounting layout. | eplan library download install
The most common way to "download" libraries is through the integrated Data Portal. Open EPLAN Select "EPLAN Data Archive (*
In the Parts Management window, click on the Additional menu, and then select Import . After the import
Ensure that the path and Parts path point to the folders where EPLAN extracted your .edz contents. Synchronize Your Current Project
Downloading and installing an EPLAN library is not a one-time event. It is an ongoing process. As manufacturers release new products (and discontinue old ones), your library must evolve.
Installation is not complete until the library is verified. After the import, the user should navigate to the parts database and search for a specific component from the new library. Check that the part number, manufacturer, and symbol macro link are correct. Common failure points include: