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VinylCut 5 the Trace Image Tool How to Use the Color Layers Mode, Step by Step Video

If you looking to save time when making traced images in VinylCut 5 then the Color Layers Mode will be of great help. Being able to quickly choose how many colors to trace and also have the program add them all to individual layers…

VinylCut 5 Software a Paths Details and How to Reverse Its Direction, Step by Step Video

Sometimes cutting issues can be fixed by something as simple as reversing the direction of the cut. In VinylCut 5, there are two cutting directions, clockwise and counter-clockwise. How do you know which way is the cut going, and…

VinylCut 5 Cut Modes Under the Cut Settings (part 12) Cut Settings Video Mini-Series

When it comes to cutting ones designs there's a few Cut Modes to choose from, which one will be best for you? This video is part of a Mini-Series on the Cut Settings. In the Previous video we covered the Cutting Orientation. …

VinylCut 5 Best Orientation for Your Cuts (Part 11) Cut Settings Video Mini-Series

When it comes to cutting and the Orientation of the Mat, it can be quite confusing in and of itself. So what is a default to use and a good way to orientate ones Cutter in the work environment. This video is part of a Mini-Series…

VinylCut 5 the Layers Tab Options for the (CS) (Part 10) Cut Settings Video Mini-Series

Using layers tab for cutting is a great way to have separate cut settings for different shapes and groups. This video is part of a Mini-Series on the Cut Settings. Next video covers Cut Orientation.In the Previous video we covered…

VinylCut 5 Cutting, Drawing Settings and Presets (Part 4) Cut Settings Video Mini-Series

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Like before, this section will vary from one brand and model of cutter to the next. This is a great place to make presets for project types and clients, also it has some nice options to setup the cutter and pens. This video…

VinylCut 5 Software Cutting and Tiling Designs Larger Than Your Cutter, Step by Step Video

The Tiling feature is a great tool used to split large designs into rectangular sections for cutting. If you working with a smaller Cutter or working on designs for large windows or displays, this tool will be of great help to ensure…

VinylCut 5 Software Tool for Weeding and Removing the Waste Vinyl, Step by Step Video

The Weeding Feature is a very important function for those who do lots of vinyl applications. When it comes to removing the extra waste vinyl from around the cut shapes, it’s so helpful to have extra cut lines. This way you don’t…

VinylCut 5 the Cutter Cut Settings Overview (Part 1) Cut Settings Video Mini-Series

The Cut Settings vary from one cutter to the next based on the brand and model of the cutter and its built-in functionality. So to have a great understanding of what does all the settings do, like always is an excellent starting point. This…

VinylCut 5 Software Different Connection Settings (Part 2) Cut Settings Video Mini-Series

How to choose the model of a cutter that is being used and the connection that it uses. There are a few options to choose, all the way from Ports, Usb and even a TCP/IP address for network and (Wi-Fi) setup machines. This video…

VinylCut 5 Software The Cut Mode Settings (Part 3) Cut Settings Video Mini-Series

When it comes to the Cut Mode settings fortunately there's not that many to choose from. But that being said, the few that are there could really speed up your final cuts if used correctly. This video is part of a Mini-Series…

VinylCut 5 Software the Snap to Option to More Easily Align Shapes, Step by Step Video

The Snap To option allows you to choose how shapes behave as they are being moved around on the Mat. Being able to snap to other objects, to guidelines or to the grid can help align shapes more easily when designing or editing your…

VinylCut 5 the General Tab for the Preferences and its Options, Step by Step Video

Under Preferences, you will find a number of options, some of which you will probably never need to change. But that being said, a few of this option might work better for you turned off vs on, but that will all depend on your workflow…

VinylCut 5 Fixing Mistakes with the Undo & Redo Features, Step by Step Video Guide

The undo function is used to reverse a mistake, such as moving the wrong object or deleting the wrong shape. Where the redo function restores any actions that were previously undone using an undo.

VinylCut 5 Software An Overview About the Printing Settings, Step by Step Video Guide

When it comes to setting up one’s printing options there's a few things to know in VinylCut 5. Good ways to go about when dealing with registration marks to have all the designs nicely included in the final print.

VinylCut 5 Symmetrical Mirror Feature Fixing Asymmetry designs, Step by Step Video

The Symmetrical Mirror function creates a new symmetrical shape of the original selected design. For example, when tracing symmetrical images, the resulting trace may not appear perfectly symmetrical, which can then appear unbala…

VinylCut 5 the QR Code Feature to Make Links to Websites and More, Step by Step Video

A Quadratic Response Code is a machine-readable label that can contain information about an item or a link. They have become quite common these days in product advertising. One can download free apps for most phones and tablets to…

VinylCut 5 Software the Drop Shadow Effect How to Use and Set it up, Step by Step Video

The Drop Shadow function is yet another way to produce a 3-dimensional shadow effect. When it comes to Drop Shadows, this effect is specialized in producing the well-known Drop Shadow that we all love to use.

VinylCut 5 Setting the Edit Tabs Options (Part 2) Edit Tab Preferences Mini-Series

This will be a continuation of the Edit Tab options under the Preferences for VinylCut 5. Having a look at how to Automatically Simplify Shapes by Reducing Nodes, all the way to keeping shapes from leaving the Mat. This video…

VinylCut 5 Auto Fit the Quickest way to Fit Shapes to the Mats Size, Step by Step Video

The Auto Fit function will resize a shape or selection of shapes to fit the boundaries of the Cutting Mat with a slight margin. This is a great feature if you have a design and want to quickly scale it to the Mat size, or you want…

VinylCut 5 a Look at the Edit Tabs Preferences (Part 2) Edit Tab Preferences Mini-Series

It is always good to know how to customize your program to fit your design needs. Being able to set the Nudge and Arrow Key Increment amounts, and also by how much percent the rotation gets constrained by, will make your work environment…

VinylCut 5 Software Adjust and Change Your Page Background Color, Step by Step Video

Being able to change a page’s background color is a great way to separate designs with a visual reference. It is also a handy tip to know when you are working on a white design and you unable to see the design because of the white…

VinylCut 5 Show Mat Cake Circles Option Simplifying Cake Designs, Step by Step Video

The Show Mat Cake Circles grid option involves circular grid lines which can be used for cake design. This is a great option if you have a Cakery or Cake shop and you need to produce many designs in a sort amount of time. …

VinylCut 5 Software Downloading and Installing the Program for Windows, Step by Step Video

When it comes to the downloading and installation of VinylCut 5, it is a rather simple and easy process. The Website for VinylCut is well designed and right to the point, making this process a breeze to do.