AN 1016: Timing Closure Methodology Quick Reference Guide

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Date 11/15/2024
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1. About This Application Note

This document summarizes techniques you can apply at various stages of the Quartus® Prime Pro Edition design flow to simplify timing closure. Timing closure refers to meeting all timing requirements for your FPGA design, including setup and hold times.

Efficient timing closure requires proper constraint definition, iterative design optimization, and specification of appropriate Compiler settings to ensure the design operates reliably at the targeted clock frequency without timing violations. The timing closure process that you use directly impacts the design's performance, stability, and functionality.

The Quartus® Prime software provides tools and flows to help you meet timing requirements efficiently. Use the guidelines in this document to speed up design cycles, minimize complexity, and rapidly achieve your timing closure objectives.