SignMaster comes with specialist Contour Cutting tools and features including a Contour Cut Module for creating contour cutlines and a Contour Cutting Wizard for super accurate Contour Cutting. The Cutline is then cut out to create laminated artwork. The artwork (but not the Cutline) is then printed and later laminated. The outline can be set at any distance from the edge of the object or objects and cut out from a separate vinyl cutter or with a supported printer-cutter.¹ Print, Laminate & CutĪnother application of Contour Cutting is to create a Cutline around an artwork’s perimeter.
So use Vectorizing for converting picture or images (Jpg, Png, Tiff files etc.) into cuttable artwork, and Contour Cutting for printing pictures and images in full color and then cutting around the edge of those pictures and images. Vectorizing (tracing or digitizing) creates a vector path (curve) around each color of the artwork (picture or image) whereas Contour Cutting places an outline around all of the artwork.
After the artwork has been printed the media is loaded into a vinyl cutter which can either automatically scan the special Registration Marks (for ARMS and CCD cutters) or manually locate each mark (for laser-pointer cutters) which then cuts the outline to produce decals (stickers).¹ What’s the difference between Contour Cutting and Vectorizing? The Object(s) are printed onto the media but the outline is not printed. Involves placing an outline around an Object or Objects in SignMaster. *Please note that SignMaster Cut (Basic edition) does not support ARMS and CCD cutters. Editing nodes, customizing and adjusting shapes, and welding and manipulating paths are all easy to use and reliable functions with VinylMaster Cut.Making decals and stickers like the one above is easy using SignMaster* and no matter which cutter you have, you’ll find Contour Cutting using the Contour Cutting Wizard will quickly guide you through the whole process for the most accurate of Contour Cutting possible! With dimension and layout tools, your design will be completed accurately while saving material from being wasted. In addition to the VinylMaster Cut variety of tools, there are a number of clipart samples.
VinylMaster Cut functionality includes text tools, curves, shapes, logos, and more as well as the ability to import from AI, EPS and PDF files easily. This feature ensures that your registration marks can be read when cutting matte, gloss, laminated or even reflective material. VinylMaster Cut has an advanced feature to allow for sensitivity control over your cutters optical eye when using the ARMS feature. This preview will even assist you in loading your media into your cutter correctly. The GUI that VinylMaster Cut offers provides you with diagrams to preview and modify before completing your contour cuts. Contour cutting, cutting the outline around a printed image, is perfected with VinylMaster Cut for applications like stickers and custom printed labels.
VinylMaster Cut is equipped to provide precise contour cutting whether your machine works with LAPOS (Laser Positioning Sensor) for manual contour cutting or ARMS (Automatic Registration Mark Sensor) for automatic contour cutting.
Contour Cutting WizardĪdd registration marks, print, and cut from 1 screen - with helpful prompts from the software wizard. Simply use the VinylMaster Cut image trace feature on any image and it will be converted into a plotting file ready to cut or make further edits.
With built in vectorization tools, compatibility with all the major image formats, even low quality jpeg and bitmap images, VinylMaster Cut can quickly and easily turn a broad variety of images into cuttable vector path designs in seconds. VinylMaster Cut software is quite possibly the best vinyl cutting software on the market today. Check out a list of all the included features here. Edit images, draw shapes, customize text, modify signs, create logos, and so much more. Fonts are vectorized and ready to cut immediately. Take your creative vision from your mind to ready to cut computer image file with an easily customizable and intuitive interface. VinylMaster Cut allows you to produce a wide range of vinyl lettering, pinstriping, and general signage, and comes with a suite of text, curve, and object tools. VinylMaster Cut (Basic Edition) is dedicated vinyl cutting software designed specifically for making vinyl signage. Internet Access is required for installation. VinylMaster Cut - Contour Cut & Design Software (PC Compatible) Version V5Īctivation Code included on card in product packaging for digital download of software.