Use Image Trace & Layering by Color to Elevate Your Creations
Updated Nov 16,2023
Updated Nov 16,2023

In the realm of laser design, change and improvement is the only constant. We understand this well and constantly evolve to keep up with your expectations, the introduction of the 'Trace Image' function in XCS v1.4.11 marked a new step! However, one limitation was the inability to split the generated vector and edit specific sections. Enter v1.5.10, with 'Layering by color' feature combined with trace, you'll create more intrigue projects smoothly. This guide gives you a walk-through to unlock its power 

 

Getting to Know the Feature

  • Start by importing a bitmap image.
  • Click on 'Bitmap Trace'. Below, you'll spot a switch labeled 'Layering by Color'. Flick it on.
     

 

Visualize the Outcome

Check out the effects after setting to 'score' and 'engrave'. The difference is subtle but game-changing.
 

Score

Engrave


 

Dive into Editing

  • Once you right-click and choose 'ungroup', you now have the freedom to split the vector and get down to nitty-gritty edits!

 

  • Want to achieve a particular fill effect? You can do so by simply deleting certain layers. The power is in your hands.


 

Set Parameters and Burn Your Project

The genius of 'layering by color' truly shines when you apply different power settings to each layer. The outcome? A finished piece that distinctively highlights variations in color depth.

'Layering by color' is particularly effective when you apply different power settings to each layer. The final piece showcases noticeable variations in color depth.

Original Image

Applied layering by color, adjusted and deleted unnecessary elements.

The final look after setting parameters for each layer


 

 


 


 

 

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