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VinylCut 5 Software Save and Export PLT Files for Vinyl Cutters, Step by Step Video

The PLT file format were originally developed for HP plotters (HPGL language), and are usually used directly on the plotter or cutter. They are also most commonly used by cutters outside of the hobby world.

VinylCut 5 Software Barrel Distortion Feature, How to Use and Setup, Step by Step Video

The Barrel Distortion feature will warp a shape by narrowing or thickening the middle part of the shape. The feature is pretty simple and easy to use, there is not a lot of options or setting to set up. It is very similar to the fish…

VinylCut 5 Software Adding Some Nice Bulging Effects to Your Designs, Step by Step Video

The Bulge feature allows you to apply various expanding or shrinking distortions to a shape. These distortions can be applied to the top side of the shape, the bottom side, or both. They can be applied to the left side, the right…

VinylCut 5 the Canned Effect to Wrap Shapes around a Cylinder shape, Step by Step Video

The Canned effect will curve lettering as if it were wrapped around a cylinder type shape and viewed at an angle. This is a great effect if you trying to make the illusion of depths, If combined with the use of gradients and shadows…

VinylCut 5 Software Bridge Warp Feature to make a Bridge Type Design, Step by Step Video

The Bridge Warp function will transform shapes similar to the normal Warp Feature, but with a few differences. This is a great tool to transform those shapes and text to look like they are Bridging, from a smooth form all the way…

VinylCut 5 the Wave Feature to create a Smooth or an Extreme Wave, Step by Step Video

The Wave function will transform any shape or text into a cool looking wave like form. You able to use this wave feature to do from a basic soft flowing wave, all the way to a more harsh and extreme type wave shape.

VinylCut 5 Software Trace an Image Feature Tracing in Monochrome Mode, Step by Step Video

When it comes to making a traced image in the Monochrome Mode it is really not that complicated. A great mindset to adapt when working with the monochrome mode is to think in terms of values or brightness, because you are able to…

VinylCut 5 Software Look at the Trace Image Output Preview Settings, Step by Step Video

The preview option in VinylCut 5 give you a great idea of what the trace will look like before finalized. Having an understanding of how the trace image preview options work will give you an upper hand when it comes to manipulating…

VinylCut 5 In-depth Look at the Trace Image Output Settings (Part 2), Step by Step Video

When it comes to the output of a trace the Break Apart Outlines, Blackout and Add Image Layer will be of great help. We'll be looking at tracing images as single layers all the way to a group trace with multiple layers, and then also…

VinylCut 5 In-depth Look at the Trace Image Output Settings (Part 1), Step by Step Video

When it comes to the output of a trace the smooth and depth options are quite a big deal. Also when you want to trace a more comic or cartoon type raster image and not cutout the out lines by themselves but instead whole shapes, then…

VinylCut 5 Software In-depth Look at the Trace Image Input Properties, Step by Step Video

This is always a good starting point to know where the input location is and how to use it. Knowing the limitations of supported file formats and their strengths will help you choose the right file for the job. This video is…

VinylCut 5 Software the Trace Image Tool Properties Panel Overview, Step by Step Video

Being able to make a good trace of an image can be a tricky task, So how do we make sense of the best approach to take. With so many different looking raster images out there, from Monochrome all the way to full color, lots of detail…

VinylCut 5 Software Shape Tool Overview (Part 1) the Shape Tool Video Mini-Series

Have you ever tried to edit your vector shapes but made more of a mess then good? When it comes to editing vector points and nodes it can become quite complicated, so having some basic knowledge of what the tools features does is…

VinylCut 5 Add, Delete and Move Node Points (Part 2) the Shape Tool Video Mini-Series

Have you ever tried to Add, Remove or Move vector node points with no success? In this video we will be looking at a few ways and tips to be able to add, remove and move these points with more chance of success. This is part…

VinylCut 5 Software Control the Bezier Curves (Part 3) the Shape Tool Video Mini-Series

Controlling Bezier curves can be a tricky thing when making shapes and path curves. Now with the Shape Tool you are able to make some more precise and finer changes to those Bezier curves and node points after the shape or path has…

VinylCut 5 Software Ruler Tool to Make Sure all Your Cuts are Accurate, Step by Step Video

Not sure why all your final cuts and prints do not measure up to the requirements? Using the Ruler Tool to ensure that all your measurements are correct will save you a lot of re-cutting to refine the size and design. …

VinylCut 5 Software Different ways to Move an Object or a Shape, Step by Step Video

When it comes to tools in your toolbox, moving shapes and objects are one of those tools you'll end up keeping close at hand in your back pocket. Like the Rotation and Scale tools, the Move tool has a few options similar to the rest,…

VinylCut 5 Software Scaling Your Shapes and Objects Different Methods, Step by Step Video

Knowing different ways of scaling objects in VinylCut 5 will make the design process faster and more precise. When setting the scale of shapes and objects there are a few methods to follow depending on the desired outcome. That will…

VinylCut 5 Software Flipping Objects Horizontally and Vertically, Step by Step Video

There are a few ways to flip objects, text and shapes, but which one will work the best for you? When you working on symmetrical designs or adding a reflection beneath a shape or word, then being able to flip an object or text is…

VinylCut 5 Software a 3 Dimensional Extrude to Your Designs, Step by Step Video Guide

The 3D Extrude is used to create the illusion of a shape or text being pushed or thrust outward. But not only that, this effect will also create the illusion and feel of body and depth, which is a great way to add a strong and bold…

VinylCut 5 Software Making a Jigsaw Puzzle with the Puzzle Generator, Step by Step Video

The Jigsaw Puzzle feature will generate a rectangular jigsaw pattern with a number of options from which to choose. Now you able to take all those memorable photos and designs and turn them into jigsaw Puzzles, so next time you having…

VinylCut 5 Rotate Shapes and Text to Appear 3-Dimensional, Step by Step Video Guide

The 3D Rotate function is used to rotate a shape along the X, Y, and/or Z axis. This is a great method to add that extra punch to you design and make it stand out looking more 3 dimensional then before.

VinylCut 5 Software Rhinestone Outline Design (Part 6) Rhinestones Video Mini-Series

Yes, the title is confusing in and of itself, but the process is not all that confusing. This is a great feature to know if you plan on perhaps making a Rhinestone deign, but you would like to add a different color or even size Rhinestones…

VinylCut 5 Software Re-Editing Rhinestone Designs (Part 5) Rhinestones Video Mini-Series

At times you can find the final Rhinestone effect leaving you with unwanted results. When this happens we can re-edit the Rhinestones by moving, deleting or even adding stones, and then simply turn the edits back into Rhinestones. This…