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Laser Picture

The Laser Picture toolpath engraves a raster image by varying the laser's power across the picture — darker areas of the image receive more power than lighter areas.


Watch tutorial: How to use the Laser Picture Toolpath

Tool and Power

Tool Selection


Max Power / Min Power

The laser power used for the darkest and lightest parts of the image. The power is modulated between these two values across the greyscale of the picture.

Move Speed

The speed the laser travels at while engraving.


Engraving Options

Fill line type

Whether the image is engraved with a Raster fill, a Cross Hatch fill, or along selected vectors.

Line Spacing

The spacing between engraving lines, from sparse to dense.

Line Angle

The angle of the engraving lines.

Dither Image

Dithers the image, approximating shades with a pattern of dots.


Tip

The Line Spacing, Line Angle and Dither options are only available for the fill line types that support them, so some may be greyed out depending on your choice.