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Trace the Design

We didn't make any changes to the CutArt itself, so there is no need to tangify it or convert into arcs.

Select the top layer which is displayed at the top of the layer list regardless of the actual layer number. 

The objects currently traced on this layer are displayed in their cartridge type colors.

Select the outside object which will be our new top layer.

Click the 45° Bevel button to trace it. It will turn blue.

We're going to retrace the CutArt and the other opening onto a different layer which will move them from this layer.

Click on the middle layer from the layer list.

Click the CutArt to select it.

Click the bevel type desired, such as the Pen or Deboss button. 

The CutArt will turn the color of the selected cartridge.

Click on the middle layer object.

Click the 45° Bevel button to trace it. It will turn blue.

Click on the bottom layer on the layer list. 

Click on the bottom layer object.

Click on the 45° Bevel button to trace it. It will turn blue.

You can click on each layer on the layer list and make sure everything is traced onto the correct layer. 

Save, Cut

Save the CutArt.

Load the CutArt.

Cut the CutArt.

Optionally, you can also bring the CutArt straight to the Cut Preview from Trace.

The CutArt on lower layer design is completed.

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