Matboard Properties

Matboard Properties
Use the Matboard Properties to edit the individual proprietary adjustments available for the matboard. Click on the Matboard (not on an object). Click the Properties Tab. Edit the individual proprietary adjustments available for the matboard. For Additional Information: Right-Click on the matboard and select Mat Properties to open the Matboard Properties.

Dimensions

Enter the Matboard Width dimension.
Enter the Matboard Height dimension.

Default Settings: See Admin > Editor to set the default settings for the Outside and Opening Sizes.

Sizes Button Definition

The Sizes Button displays the Recent and Standard sizes.

Recent lists the last ten sizes entered.

Standard lists Standard sizes associated with the current unit of measurement.

Swap Button Definition

The Swap Button switches the values between the width and height fields.

Cut the Outside

Cutting the Outside

Select Cut the Outside to cut the outside of the mat.

When Cut the Outside is selected, the matboard displays as a Solid Color.

For Additional Information:
Select Options Menu > Cut Outside on the Cut Preview to cut the outside of the mat.
See /wiki/spaces/FrameShop8x/pages/1942506497 on the Cut Preview to turn on/off the Outside cut.
See Enable Outside Cut under Advanced Outside Options on the Cut Preview to toggle on/off the Outside cut.
See Cut Outside Using 90 Degree Tool under Set Advanced Options on the Cut Preview.
See Cut Mode in the Set Advanced Options section on the Cut Preview.
See Remnant Trimming in the Set Advanced Options section on the Cut Preview.

Default Settings: See Admin > Editor to set the default of whether or not to Cut the Outside.

Outside Bevel Definition

The Outside Bevel is created by cutting into the fallout surface with the blade angled at 45°/52°, thereby slanting the bevel under the fallout surface. The matboard core is not visible from the front.

The Bevel Type refers to the angle at which the blade cuts the surface of the matboard when it deviates from the 90° right angle cut.

Select Outside or Outside-Front of Mat from the Current Bevel Type dropdown control to edit this configuration.

See: 45 Degree Outside Configurations

See: 45 Degree Plus Outside Configurations

See: 45 Degree Front Outside Configurations

See: 52 Degree Outside Configurations

See: 90 Degree Outside Configurations

Not Cutting the Outside

Unselect the Cut the Outside to not cut the outside of the mat.

Unchecking Cut the Outside displays the 1.5 inch (3.8cm) Uncuttable Region in a checkerboard pattern. The uncuttable region is the portion of the matboard that is placed into the CMC rails when cutting.
The Z1 and Z(9000z) will not display an uncuttable region because of the zero waste clamping system, unless the matboard dimensions entered are larger than the machine can physically cut (see The Uncuttable Region on Designs That are Too Big below).
Do not place objects into the uncuttable region unless you select Cut the Outside or use the Auto Offset.

For Additional Information:
Select Options Menu > Cut Outside on the Cut Preview to cut the outside of the mat.
See /wiki/spaces/FrameShop8x/pages/1942506497 on the Cut Preview to turn on/off the Outside cut.
See Enable Outside Cut under Advanced Outside Options on the Cut Preview to toggle on/off the Outside cut.
See Cut Outside Using 90 Degree Tool under Set Advanced Options on the Cut Preview.
See Cut Mode in the Set Advanced Options section on the Cut Preview.
See Remnant Trimming in the Set Advanced Options section on the Cut Preview.

Default Settings: See Admin > Editor to set the default of whether or not to Cut the Outside.

Auto Offset Definition

The Auto Offset moves the design up and over on the Cut Preview to avoid the Clamp area.

This is to overcome the Border Limitation of 1.25"/3.2 cm on the Cut Preview.

See: Auto Offset Setting

See: Auto Offset Definition

See: Auto Offset Default Setting

The Uncuttable Region on Designs That are Too Big
If a design is Too Big to cut, the Uncuttable Region is displayed as a Checkerboard Pattern along the sides that are too big. The Z1 and Z(9000z) will not display an uncuttable region because of the zero waste clamping system unless the matboard dimensions entered are larger than the machine can physically cut.

Add Float Layer
Adding a Float Layer Select the Add Float Layer to add a Float Layer. The bottom layer is now set as a Float Layer without an opening. Float Layer Definition A Float Layer is a designated bottom layer that contains No Openings which can be used to adhere three-dimensional objects. This layer will not cut unless Cut the Outside is selected.
Removing a Float Layer Unselect Add Float Layer. The bottom Float Layer is removed.

Oval Outside
Click Oval Outside to cut the outside as an oval. The area beyond the oval boundary is displayed in lighter contrasting color. Selecting Oval Outside will automatically select Cut the Outside.

Rectangle Outside
Unselect Oval Outside to cut the outside as a rectangle.

Frames and Fillets SKUs

Use the Frames and Fillets section to select the SKU of the desired frame.

Select the Number of Frames.
Enter the desired SKU Numbers for each frame.

Optionally, click on the SKU Search (magnifying glass) button to open the Frames Fillets and Ready Mades search screen to locate the desired SKU.
If the selected SKU has a Thumbnail Associated With It, the frame/fillet is displayed around the mat design.
If no Thumbnail is available, a gray placeholder the thickness of the moulding is displayed around the matboard.

Default Settings:
See Admin > Subscription for the default settings for Subscribing to Vendors.
See Admin > Vendors for the default settings for Vendors you are Subscribed to.
See Admin > Frames for the default settings for Frame Records for Vendors you are Subscribed to.

SKU Definition

Subscribing to the specific Vendors allows you to select the desired SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) for Frames, Fillets and Mats in Designer and Visualize.

If you are not Subscribed to the Vendor, their SKUs will not be displayed/selectable.

See: Subscription Definition

Mats and Fillets

Use the Mats and Fillets section to select the SKU of the desired mats.

Select the Number of Mats.
Enter the desired SKU Numbers for each mat.

Optionally, click on the SKU Search (magnifying glass) button to open the Mats and Fillets search screen to locate the desired SKU.
If the selected SKU has a Thumbnail Associated With It, the matboard texture or color is displayed on the mat.
If no Thumbnail is available, a checkerboard pattern is displayed.

Default Settings:
See Admin > Subscription for the default settings for Subscribing to Vendors.
See Admin > Vendors for the default settings for Vendors you are Subscribed to.
See Admin > Mats for the default settings for Mat Records for Vendors you are Subscribed to.

SKU Definition

Subscribing to the specific Vendors allows you to select the desired SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) for Frames, Fillets and Mats in Designer and Visualize.

If you are not Subscribed to the Vendor, their SKUs will not be displayed/selectable.

See: Subscription Definition

Change Frame or Mat Layer Order

Change the Layer Order of the currently selected SKUs in either the Frame or Mat section by dragging the SKUs to the desired position.

Click and hold the mouse on the desired Frame or Mat SKU field.
Drag it up or down to switch places with the adjacent SKU field.
The cursor will display a small arrow and rectangle as you move the fields. Release the mouse to place the field into position.
The SKUs entered will change positions.

Additional Info
Add any desired notes you wish to save with the project in the Additional Info field. These notes will be displayed on the Additional Info pane on the Cutting Preview screen and on the Browse screen under Notes. For Additional Information: See Displaying Additional Info on the Cut Preview.

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Matboard Properties