New material cut test method

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I wrote up a separate post about the overall concepts of finding optimal settings, I think this will answer your questions:

6: I don't know what settings to use to cut my material

Return to the common questions index Glowforge has an excellent guide for what the settings do: If you’re working with acrylic and the craft series model (Aura or Spark), definitely check out this article: Now that you know what it all means, it’s fast and easy to test your material for cut settings. Here’s my method: As for engraving settings, there is often no one “right” answer. There are several variables when it comes to engraving[1], what will look good to you is up to personal …

It’s one part of a larger FAQ that I bet you’ll find helpful as you get started:

Common problems/questions

Hello! You’ve been referred to this post because you have a common problem or question. Check out the list below to see what this post can do for you. Just click on a topic that interests you. • 1: I’m new to Glowforge and really have no idea where to start • 1a: What other tools/materials should I buy to go with my Glowforge? • 1b: What are the overall best practices for my laser designs? • 2: All about masking/protecting your materials • 3: I want to design/make a box • 4: What materi…