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karaelena August 30, 2016, 8:51pm 2

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What software to learn first

hey guys, so excited, just pulled the trigger on a pro model for our shop. Im excited by the ease of use showcased on the website and in forums. I have no experience with lasers and was wondering if people could chime in on what software I should...

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Open Source / Free modeling software suggestions?

I figured we should talk about the best tools for use in generating SVGs to send to the glowforges when they arrive. Recently I joined the thingiverse and tried out a hand full of modeling software including Sketchup and some other freebie desktop...

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CAD Software

I'm 100% new to CAD. I'd like to start learning before the Glowforge arrives. I'm trying to decide which software to invest my time learning. It seems to make a difference what types of projects you want to create. I'll list a few, probably in...

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Software suggestions

I hope this is in the right place. I'm interested to know what software I should have on hand when my forge arrives. I expect to do both engraving and making "parts" for things. I don't really own anything at the moment, so I"m a PC guy and the...

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Software - Recommendations, etc?

I am interested in getting some software to use with my Glowforge. I am not familiar with any of the programs you mentioned that you are using in your shop. Adobe Illustrator Inkscape Fusion 360 123D Make Sketchup What I have is Photoshop which,...

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Glowforge Image Software Basics Bootcamp?

Okay, I've drawn on a little hardwood plaque and had a Glowforge engrave it...but while I'm waiting for my unit, any suggestions on what app(s) I could begin practicing with for use with the Glowforge? I know it's compatible with Adobe Illustrator,...

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Software use with Glowforge

Your site mentions use of Adobe products (illustrator, PDF files) with Glowforge, any chance that we may be able to use Corel products instead of Adobe?

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Which software can I install

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