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Editor Defaults

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The Editor section sets the default settings to be used throughout the Design Editor.

Click on Admin in the Admin section of the Main Screen.
Click on the Editor tab to open the Editor section.

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Camera Defaults

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Select the Camera Default settings for the Visualize software, (described below).

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For Additional Information: See Color Profiles for information on creating a color profile for the camera.

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title	Visualization Definition

The Visualize software allows the user to create a digitally finished product using the selected frames, matboards and the artwork.

This makes it easy to present several different variations of the design for the customer to pick from.

See: Visualization

Timeout

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This adjustment can help if there is a slowdown of data between the camera and the camera capture software in the Visualization software. The default of 1500 is usually sufficient.

Set the Timeout interval for the camera for the Visualize software.

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For Additional Information: See Color Profiles for information on creating a color profile for the camera.

title	Visualization Definition

The Visualize software allows the user to create a digitally finished product using the selected frames, matboards and the artwork.

This makes it easy to present several different variations of the design for the customer to pick from.

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See: Visualization

Retries

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This adjustment can help if there is a slowdown of data between the camera and the camera capture software in the Visualization software. The default of 5 is usually sufficient.

Set the number of Retries for the camera for the Visualize software.

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For Additional Information: See Color Profiles for information on creating a color profile for the camera.

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Init Timeout

Visualization Definition

The Visualize software allows the user to create a digitally finished product using the selected frames, matboards and the artwork.

This makes it easy to present several different variations of the design for the customer to pick from.

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See: Visualization

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Init Timeout

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This adjustment can help if there is a slowdown of data between the camera and the camera capture in the Visualization software. The default of 5000 is usually sufficient.

Set the Initial Timeout interval for the camera for the Visualize software.

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For Additional Information: See Color Profiles for information on creating a color profile for the camera.

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Visualization Definition

The Visualize software allows the user to create a digitally finished product using the selected frames, matboards and the artwork.

This makes it easy to present several different variations of the design for the customer to pick from.

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See: Visualization

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Defaults

Set the Default Sizes and Settings (described below

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Set the Default Sizes and Settings (described below).

Opening and Outside Defaults

Outside Size

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Set the default for the Outside Size for the Editor.

Set the default size for the The Outside Size.
This sets the default size of the outside when going directly to the Editor when skipping the New Opening Screen (either by clicking Cancel on the New Opening Screen or selecting Skip ‘New Openings’ as described above).

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For Additional Information: See Matboard Properties for editing the outside of the mat.

Opening Size

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Set the default Opening Size for the Editor.

Set the desired default Opening Size.
This sets the default size of new openings placed on the Editor from the Template Slots.

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For Additional information:
See Properties for editing the Opening size.
See Editor Right-Click to select Make Current Selection the New Default Size to set a new default size.

Detail Defaults

# of Layers

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Set the default number of layers for template openings.

Enter the number of default layers for templates.
Maximum is 6 layers.

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For Additional Information:
See the Template Properties for number of layers.
See Layers in Trace.

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title	Template Definition

Templatesare specialized parametric shape generators created by Wizard.

Many of the templates have additional Properties that can be edited which can change the shape, curves and corners of the design as well as a wide assortment of Parameters.

The Template Library displays the different templates that are available for use.

See: Template Properties

See: Template Library

Horizontal Spacing

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Set the default Horizontal Spacing between openings placed in an array on the New Openings Screen - Array Tab.

Set the default Horizontal Spacing between array openings.

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For Additional Information:
See the Horizontal Spacing on the New Openings Screen.
See Creating an Array within the Editor.

Vertical Spacing

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Set the default Vertical Spacing between openings placed in an array on the New Openings Screen - Array Tab.

Set the default Vertical Spacing between array openings.

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For Additional Information:
See the Vertical Spacing on the New Openings Screen.
See Creating an Array within the Editor.

V-Groove Distance

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Set the default distance from the selected object to place the V-Groove.

Set the default distance to place the V-Groovefrom the selected object.

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For Additional Information:
See V-Groove Properties.
See Deboss Properties.

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title	V-Groove Definition

The Normal Bevel Closed V-Groove involves two symmetrical cuts: one in the matboard and a corresponding cut in the fallout, both forming a mirrored arrangement. The matboard is sliced halfway through the thickness and the core is visible from the front.

First Cut: Cuts the Interior cut into the Fallout Clockwise.

Second Cut: Cuts the Exterior cut into the Matboard Counter-Clockwise.

Select V-Groove from the Current Bevel Type dropdown control to edit this configuration.

See: 45 Degree Closed V-Groove Configurations

See: 45 Degree Plus Closed V-Groove Configurations

See: 45 Front Closed V-Groove Configurations

See: 52 Degree Closed V-Groove Configurations

Fillet Width

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Set the default width for Fillets.

Set the default Fillet Width to use when placing Fillets.

Remember Last Fillet Width

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Select whether to use the Last Fillet Width.

Select Remember Last Fillet Width to use the same width as the last Fillet placed.
Unselect Remember Last Fillet Width to use the default Fillet Width (listed above).

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title	Fillet Definition

A Fillet is a very thin Moulding used as an accent in framing inside another moulding or liner.

It is sometimes used under the glazing at the edge of the mat window opening that is cut as a Reverse Bevel.

Select whether to have Even Borders.

Even Borders

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Borders

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Set the default settings for the Borders (described below).

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For Additional Information:
See Borders Toggle in Designer.
See Borders Properties in Designer.
See Borders in Visualize.

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title	Border Definition

The Border is the area of precisely definable width between the outside edge of a Mat and the edge of the Opening(s) in Designer, Nesting, and Visualization.

See: Border Properties

See: Border Default Settings

Borders Entry

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Set the default Border values for Top, Left, Right and Bottom Borders.

Set the default Border values for each Border entry: Top, Left, Right and Bottom Borders.

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For Additional Information:
See Borders Toggle in Designer.
See Borders Properties in Designer.
See Borders in Visualize.

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title	Border Definition

The Border is the area of precisely definable width between the outside edge of a Mat and the edge of the Opening(s) in Designer, Nesting, and Visualization.

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See: Border Properties

See: Border Default Settings

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Even Borders

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Even Borders

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Select whether to have Even Borders. Even Borders allows you to enter one value for the Borders and have the other Border fields automatically filled in with the same value when tabbing out of the field.

Select Even Borders to make all of the Borders the same size.
Unselect Even Borders to enter a different number value for each border field.

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For Additional Information:
See Borders Toggle in Designer.
See Borders Properties in Designer.
See Borders in Visualize.

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Lock Borders

Border Definition

The Border is the area of precisely definable width between the outside edge of a Mat and the edge of the Opening(s) in Designer, Nesting, and Visualization.

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See: Border Properties

See: Border Default Settings

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Lock Borders

Select whether to Lock the Borders to prevent them from being

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Select whether to Lock the Borders to prevent them from being dragged on the Editor. Locked Borders will still readjust to the new outside dimensions if Dynamic Outsides toggle is on.

Select Lock Borders to lock the Border lines into their current position.
Unselect Lock Borders to allow Border lines to be adjustable with the mouse.

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For Additional Information:
See Borders Toggle in Designer.
See Borders Properties in Designer.
See Borders in Visualize.

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title	Border Definition

The Border is the area of precisely definable width between the outside edge of a Mat and the edge of the Opening(s) in Designer, Nesting, and Visualization

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See: Border Properties

See: Border Default Settings

Apply Borders To:

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Select which layer to apply the Borders.

Select Bottom Layer to apply the Borders to the Bottom Layer.
Select Top Layer to apply the Borders to the Top Layer.

The Border is the area of precisely definable width between the outside edge of a Mat and the edge of the Opening(s) in Designer, Nesting, and Visualization.

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See: Border Properties

See: Border Default Settings

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For Additional Information:
See Borders Toggle in Designer.
See Borders Properties in Designer.
See Borders in Visualize.

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title	Border Definition

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For Additional Information:
See Borders Toggle in Designer.
See Borders Properties in Designer.
See Borders in Visualize.

Fonts Defaults

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Set the Fonts defaults and settings for LetterMats and TTFs (described below).

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For Additional Information:
See Add Font.
See Add LetterMat.
See Add TTF.
See Add LetterMat Dropdown control.
See Add TTF Dropdown control.

LetterMat Default Text

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Set the default placeholder text for LetterMats. Click on Properties to edit the LetterMat text for each particular design.

Enter the desired placeholder text on the LetterMat Properties.

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For Additional Information:
See Add Font.
See Add LetterMat.
See Add LetterMat Dropdown control.

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title	LetterMat Definition

The LetterMat™ fonts are specialized fonts designed specifically for the Wizard FrameShop software.

Single Line Fonts: The letters are formed with Single Lines, not drawn as the outlines of shapes. Single line fonts can only be Debossed or drawn with the Pen.

Outline Fonts: The Outline fonts display the shapes of the letters as outlines with only a slight distinction between the thin and thick strokes. These fonts can be Debossed, Penned or Cut.

See: Add Font Function

See: LetterMat Properties

TTF Default Text

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Set the default placeholder text for TTFs. Click on Properties to edit the TTF text for each particular design.

Enter the desired placeholder text on the TTF Properties.

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For Additional Information:
See Add Font.
See Add TTF.
See Add TTF Dropdown control.

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title	TTF Definition

The True Type Font (TTF) is an additional source of fonts, separate from LetterMats, that can be loaded into Designer to Cut, Deboss, or Pen.

The True Type Font (TTF) format was created to work between both Apple (Mac) and Microsoft (Windows) and could be deciphered by most printers by default. The TTFs contain the mathematical outlines of each character in the font.

The True Type Fonts are located in the /Windows/Fonts directory.

Note: TTFs have not been tested by Wizard and results may vary. Feel free to experiment.

See: Add Font Function

See: TTF Properties

Letter Height

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Set the default Letter Height when placing a LetterMat or TTF. NOTE: The Minimum Height for each LetterMat is displayed in the LetterMat Properties.

Enter the desired default Letter Height.

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For Additional Information:
See Add Font.
See Add LetterMat.
See Add TTF.
See Add LetterMat Dropdown control.
See Add TTF Dropdown control.

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title	LetterMat Definition

The LetterMat™ fonts are specialized fonts designed specifically for the Wizard FrameShop software.

Single Line Fonts: The letters are formed with Single Lines, not drawn as the outlines of shapes. Single line fonts can only be Debossed or drawn with the Pen.

Outline Fonts: The Outline fonts display the shapes of the letters as outlines with only a slight distinction between the thin and thick strokes. These fonts can be Debossed, Penned or Cut.

See: Add Font Function

See: LetterMat Properties

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title	TTF Definition

The True Type Font (TTF) is an additional source of fonts, separate from LetterMats, that can be loaded into Designer to Cut, Deboss, or Pen.

The True Type Font (TTF) format was created to work between both Apple (Mac) and Microsoft (Windows) and could be deciphered by most printers by default. The TTFs contain the mathematical outlines of each character in the font.

The True Type Fonts are located in the /Windows/Fonts directory.

Note: TTFs have not been tested by Wizard and results may vary. Feel free to experiment.

See: Add Font Function

See: TTF Properties

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title	Minimum Height Definition

Min Height displays the Minimum Height that the selected CutArt or LetterMat has been tested to cut.

The CutArt/LetterMat can be Debossed or Penned at a much smaller size than it can be cut.

See: CutArt Properties

See: LetterMat Properties

Kerning

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Set the default Kerning value for LetterMats or TTFs. Kerning adjusts the space between individual letter forms. Space characters (i.e., hitting spacebar) uses Tracking, not Kerning.

Enter the desired Kerning value.

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For Additional Information:
See Add Font.
See Add LetterMat.
See Add TTF.
See Add LetterMat Dropdown control.
See Add TTF Dropdown control.

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title	Kerning Definition

Kerning adjusts the space between individual Lettersin a LetterMat or TTF in Designer.

See: LetterMat Properties
See: TTF Properties

Tracking

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Set the default Tracking value for LetterMats or TTFs. Tracking adjusts spacing uniformly over a range of characters (letter spacing). Space characters (i.e., hitting spacebar) uses Tracking, not Kerning.

Enter the desired Tracking value.

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For Additional Information:
See Add Font.
See Add LetterMat.
See Add TTF.
See Add LetterMat Dropdown control.
See Add TTF Dropdown control.

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title	Tracking Definition

Tracking is used to adjust the letter spacing uniformly over a range of characters in a LetterMat or TTF.

See: LetterMat Properties

See: TTF Properties

Pens Defaults

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Set the Pen defaults and settings for Pen designs (described below).

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For Additional Information:
See Add Pen Opening.
See Pen Properties.
See Install Pen Utility.

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title	Pen Definition

The Pen Cartridge is used to draw onto the surface of the matboard on the CMC to create a design.

You can Pen Designs, CutArts, LetterMats and TTFs.

See: Pen Cartridge Configurations

Pen Number and Limit

Pen Number

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Select the Pen number to edit. The maximum number of Pens is 9.

Select the Pen number to edit from the dropdown control.

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For Additional Information:
See Add Pen Opening.
See Pen Properties.
See Install Pen Utility.

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title	Pen Definition

The Pen Cartridge is used to draw onto the surface of the matboard on the CMC to create a design.

You can Pen Designs, CutArts, LetterMats and TTFs.

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Image RemovedSee: Pen Cartridge Configurations

For Additional Information:
See Add Pen Opening.
See Pen Properties.
See Install Pen Utility.

Limit

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Enter the maximum number of Pens allowed in the software. The maximum number of Pens is 9. If the actual Pens being set up are different sizes, they will each have to be calibrated separately.

Enter the maximum number of Pens allowed in the software.

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The Pen Cartridge is used to draw onto the surface of the matboard on the CMC to create a design.

You can Pen Designs, CutArts, LetterMats and TTFs.

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Image RemovedSee: Pen Cartridge Configurations

For Additional Information:
See Add Pen Opening.
See Pen Properties.
See the Install Pen Utility for calibration instructions

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title	Pen Definition

See Add Pen Opening.
See Pen Properties.
See the Install Pen Utility for calibration instructions

Label

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Enter a description of the pen in the Label field.

Enter the Pen description in the Label field.

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For Additional Information:
See Add Pen Opening.
See Pen Properties.
See Install Pen Utility.
Next to the description of the current pen, enter the number of lines visible on the pen holder where it lines up to the pen cartridge.
Use these lines as reference when setting the pen holder into the cartridge the next time you use this pen.

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title	Pen Definition

The Pen Cartridge is used to draw onto the surface of the matboard on the CMC to create a design.

You can Pen Designs, CutArts, LetterMats and TTFs.

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use this pen.

Color

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Select the Pen color to display.

Click the Set Color button to open the Windows color picker and select the color to display when this particular Pen is selected.

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For Additional Information:
See Add Pen Opening.
See Pen Properties.
See Install Pen Utility.

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title	Pen Definition

The Pen Cartridge is used to draw onto the surface of the matboard on the CMC to create a design.

You can Pen Designs, CutArts, LetterMats and TTFs.

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See: Pen Cartridge Configurations

Width

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This sets the visual thickness of the Pen on the Editor. The larger the number, the wider the pen display.

Select the Pen display width.

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The Pen Cartridge is used to draw onto the surface of the matboard on the CMC to create a design.

You can Pen Designs, CutArts, LetterMats and TTFs.

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Image RemovedSee: Pen Cartridge Configurations

For Additional Information:
See Add Pen Opening.
See Pen Properties.
See Install Pen Utility.

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title	Pen Definition

Vinyl Defaults

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Set the defaults for the Vinyl cartridge (described below).

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For Additional Information:
See Add Vinyl Opening.
See Vinyl Properties.

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title	Vinyl Definition

The Vinyl Cartridge uses a special blade to cut the Vinyl which has been temporarily adhered to matboard to create the design.

See: Vinyl Cartridge Configurations

Color

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Set the default Vinyl color.

Click the Set Color button to open the Windows color picker and select the color to display when a Vinyl is selected.

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For Additional Information:
See Add Vinyl Opening.
See Vinyl Properties.

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title	Vinyl Definition

The Vinyl Cartridge uses a special blade to cut the Vinyl which has been temporarily adhered to matboard to create the design.

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Box Defaults

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Set the defaults for the Box utility (described below).

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For Additional Information:
See Add Crease Opening.
See Crease Properties.
See Box Designs.

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title	Create Cartridge Definition

The Crease Cartridgeis used to apply Crease marks that are used to assist in folding the thicker finished Box.

See: Add Crease Opening Function
See: Crease Cartridge Configurations

Thickness

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The Box Material Thickness designates the placement of the fold lines so that different thicknesses of material will fold properly into a box.

Enter the default Box Thickness.

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Tool Threshold

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The Box Tool Threshold designates the material thickness threshold where the Box utility will switch from using the Deboss Tool on thinner material to the Creasing Tool on thicker material.

Enter the default Box Tool Threshold.

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Box Template

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The Template dropdown control displays the different Box templates available.

Select the default Box Template from the Template dropdown control.

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Editor Defaults

Camera Defaults

Timeout

Retries

Init Timeout

Init Timeout

Defaults

Defaults

Opening and Outside Defaults

Outside Size

Opening Size

Detail Defaults

# of Layers

Horizontal Spacing

Vertical Spacing

V-Groove Distance

Fillet Width

Remember Last Fillet Width

Borders

Borders Entry

Even Borders

Even Borders

Lock Borders

Lock Borders

Apply Borders To:

Fonts Defaults

LetterMat Default Text

TTF Default Text

Letter Height

Kerning

Tracking

Pens Defaults

Pen Number and Limit

Pen Number

Limit

Label

Color

Width

Vinyl Defaults

Color

Box Defaults

Thickness

Tool Threshold

Box Template