Import or draw
Add artwork and verify its size before choosing cut settings.
Import artwork
- Choose File > Import or press
Ctrl+I. - Select an SVG, DXF, LightBurn file, supported PDF/AI/EPS file, or raster image.
- Read any import warnings.
- Open Properties and verify the dimensions, position, and Layer assignment.
- Compare the artwork with its source, including curves, text, and closed outlines.
You can also drop supported artwork files into the window. PDF import requires a supported single-page vector document; it does not render arbitrary PDFs. See Supported imports for format restrictions.
Imports retain their physical dimensions rather than silently shrinking to fit the bed. If an import is too large, verify its units before resizing it. For SVG sizing problems, see SVG came in wrong size.
Images can be engraved directly on an Image layer or converted to outlines with Trace Image. New raster imports keep their aspect ratio locked.
Draw a rectangle
- Activate Rectangle from the left toolbar or press
Ctrl+R. - Drag on the canvas. Hold Shift to draw a square.
- Press Escape to return to Select.
- Enter an exact Width and Height in Properties if needed.
The reference-point grid determines which point X and Y describe. Your choice remains selected between imports and selection changes during the current app session.