Note: If the size or weight of the material to be processed is very small, you are advised to use tools such as tape to fix the material. Otherwise, the airflow of the exhaust fan may cause the material to change position during processing.

Note: By using the triangular prism working panel, you can reduce the areas burned during material processing and protect the baseplate. Ensure that the triangular prisms lie towards the smoke outlet.

There are two options available for the following steps.
To design a pattern and set parameters from scratch, please follow the procedure of "Option 1".
To use a previously saved project, please follow the procedure of "Option 2".

Note: You can edit the photo or insert text or shapes to the canvas.

Note: You can edit the photo or insert text or shapes to the canvas.

Note:
If you can't find your material in the list, you can click + More to search among more materials in the xTool SELECTED online material center.
If you can't find the name of your material, you can select User-defined material.
 

Note:
If you select a material on the material list or xTool Selected online material center, the software will automatically set the laser mode, focus, and other parameters for laser processing.
The default settings apply to xTool materials. You can use the default settings, or adjust the settings based on your need.

Note: To cut a material, you are advised to set the focus point at the middle of each cutting depth for the best cutting results.
For example, to cut a 6 mm thick basswood with one pass, it is recommended to set the focus point at 3 mm below the surface of the material. You can start by focusing on a 3 mm thick material. Then, do not change the focusing setting, and replace the material with the 6 mm basswood to be cut.

Note: If you turn the knob clockwise, the laser module will move up, and the red light spot will move toward the left. If you turn the knob counterclockwise, the laser module will move down, and the red light spot will move toward the right.

Note: When the bottom of the laser module reaches the highest point, stop turning the knob up.

Note: xTool F1 supports two preview modes: Rect and Outline.
If you select Rect, you can preview the rectangular border of the processing area.
If you select Outline, you can preview the outline of the processing objects.

Note: During framing, keep the protective enclosure closed or wear goggles that can shield laser beams of 455 nm and 1064 nm wavelengths.

Note: To stop framing, tap Stop framing in the software or press the framing button on xTool F1.

Note: During laser processing, keep the protective enclosure closed or wear goggles that can shield laser beams of 455 nm and 1064 nm wavelengths.

Note: A project file contains objects for processing and processing configurations for each object. You can adjust the objects and parameter settings before you start framing and processing.

3. Preview the processing area

(1) At the bottom of the screen, tap Process to go to the Preview screen. Check the processing pattern.

(2) At the bottom of the screen, tap Settings to set parameters for framing. After you finish setting, tap OK.

(3) Close the protective enclosure, and then click Framing in the software or press the framing button on xTool F1 to preview the processing area on the material. If the area is not ideal, you can adjust the material position or tap Go to canvas adjustment in the software to adjust the object positions. After adjustment, preview the processing area again.

4. Start processing

Note: Using the infrared laser for bitmap engraving at a low temperature may lead to unsatisfying engraving results. To ensure better engraving results, you can preheat the laser module before processing.

(1) At the bottom of the screen, tap Start.

(3) Close the protective enclosure. Then, press the knob on xTool F1 to start processing.