Command Line Switches

The following table summarizes the command line switches understood by the LTspice executable(scad3.exe):

 

Flag

Description

-ascii

Use ASCII .raw files. Seriously degrades program performance.

-b

Run in batch mode. E.g. "scad3.exe –b deck.cir" will leave the data in file deck.raw

-big

Start as a maximized window.

-encrypt

Encrypt a model library. For 3rd parties wishing to allow people to use libraries without revealing implementation details. Not used by Linear Technology Corporation models.

-FastAccess

Batch conversion of a binary .raw file to Fast Access format.

-ini <path>

Specify an .ini file to use other than %WINDIR%\scad3.ini

-max

Synonym for -big

-netlist

Batch conversion of a schematic to a netlist.

-nowine

Prevent use of WINE(Linux) workarounds.

-PCBnetlist

Batch conversion of a schematic to a PCB format netlist.

-registry

Force LTspice to store user preferences, MRU, etc. in the registry instead of the %WINDIR%\scad3.ini file.

-Run

Start simulating the schematic opened on the command line without pressing the Run button.

-SOI

Allow MOSFET's to have up to 7 nodes even in subcircuit expansion.

-uninstall

Executes one step of the uninstallation process.

-wine

Force use of WINE(Linux) workarounds.