While there isn't a direct "Multisim" desktop app for ChromeOS, you can still use NI's powerful simulation tools on your Chromebook. NI (National Instruments) offers a web-based version called , which is the primary way to get Multisim working on a Chromebook. 1. The Best Option: Multisim Live (Web-Based)
Multisim Live is a browser-based circuit simulator that runs entirely in Chrome. It offers a subset of the desktop Multisim features but is designed specifically for touchscreens and Chromebooks.
Use the Chrome Remote Desktop extension to connect your Chromebook to a powerful Windows PC located at home or in a campus lab.
CircuitLab offers a clean, drag-and-drop interface inside the browser. It features accurate SPICE simulation engines, handles both analog and digital designs, and allows you to export high-quality PDF graphics for lab reports. Tinkercad Circuits (by Autodesk) Best For: Beginners, Arduino coding, and hobbyists.
For users who require the full desktop version of Multisim, certain enterprise and education Chromebooks can run Windows applications using virtualization tools like Parallels Desktop for ChromeOS Requirements
The easiest, most efficient way to use Multisim on a Chromebook is through . National Instruments developed this cloud-based, web-compliant version specifically to break down hardware barriers for students and educators. What is Multisim Live?
CrossOver (from CodeWeavers) is a compatibility layer that allows some Windows applications to run directly on ChromeOS without a full Windows license. It is available for Chromebooks with Intel/AMD processors.
Method 2: Running the Desktop Version via Virtualization (Wine & Crossover)
