Section 3: Compile the Design

During compilation, the current Compiler settings control design processing. The Compiler automatically locates and uses all non-design files associated with the current compilation focus, such as Include Files (.inc) containing AHDL Function Prototype Statements; Memory Initialization Files (.mif) or Hexadecimal Intel-format Files (.hex) containing the initial content of memories; and Project, Entity, and Compiler Settings Files (.psf, .esf, and .csf) containing project and setting information. During compilation, the Compiler generates information, warning, and error messages that appear automatically in the Messages window.


To continue the tutorial, proceed to Step 1: Run the Compiler.