Vectric Software FAQs by Students
Questions by our students with links to video answers covered in our Q&A Meetups.
- 1/17/2023 Replays:Converting Image to 3D Model, Allowances in Toolpaths, Moving Vectors, Cursive Fonts for Laser, Stream Deck Setup Video, 3D Printing Tutorials, Ball Screw Covers Ideas, and More!
- Can you review how to import and add a dot tool file in Vectric, as example a man of tool?
- I have a file that cut with VCarve Toolpath fine. Then I had to shrink the same to a smaller one, into a smaller flag. Now it's smaller. I can't get the detail needed in the VCarve. Is there anything I can do?
- 8/22/2023 Replay: Roundover Edges, Non-Grid Holes, Number Cutouts, Controller Setup, Epoxy Inlays, 3D Finishing, Chamfering, Calibration, Vector Cut Challenges, and More!
- 2/14/2023 Replay: Cabinet Resizing, 2D to 3D Conversion, Flower Pot Stand Alignment, Clearance for Dados, Dowel Tab Idea
- 2/2/2023 Replay: Configuring Feeds and Speeds, Plywood Hole Toolpath, Shelf Pinholes, RPM and Chip Load, Pocketing Logo, Master Course Overview, Hole Drilling Toolpath, Editing Toolpaths and More!
- 1/10/2023 Replay: Model Creation Challenges, Rounding Corners, Resizing Models, Adding Dot Tool in Vectric, Scaling Models, Extracting 2D from 3D, and More!
- 9/21/2023 Replay: Rotating Shapes, G-Code, Notes, and More!
- 11/28/2023 Replay: VCarve Pro Laser Burning, Tool Database Setup, Fourth Axis Rotary for Pens, Double-Sided Machining, Lithoplanes, and More!
- 06/27/2023 Replay: Design & Toolpath Tips - Thin Carvings, Scalloped Edges, Line Lengths, Block Faces, STL Import, Toolpath Selection
- Is there a way to remove or flatten out elements in an STL you want to take out or replace, for example, a great STL file, but you want to change the language of the piece to English or other.
- I'm a student and I want to submit my entry to the Student Project Gallery. How can I do that?
- 8/10/2023 Replay: Inlays, 3D Editing, Bowl Creation, Guideline Placement, Object Selection, Layer Management, Carving Techniques, and Zero Plane Clarification
- 8/1/2023 Replay: Vectric Tips - Rotating Projects, Toolpath Errors, Material Recommendations, Scaling, Gears Design, Engraving Tips, and More!
- 4/18/2023 Replay: Adding Wheat, Center Finder Tool, Acrylic Cutting, Cleaning Spindle, Rope Design, Clearance Height, 120 Degree V Bit, Z1 vs Z2 in Rapid
- 2/16/2023 Replays: Bench Seat Ideas, Image Vectors, Vectric Bootcamp, Contoured Handles, Rotary Tools, Laser Usage, Tapered Drawer Bottom
- 1/24/2023 Replay: Smaller Details, Laser Kerf Width, Guitar Neck Modeling, and More!
- 10/3/2023 Replay: Texture Toolpaths, Vector Troubleshooting, Double-Sided Challenges, and More!
- 10/19/2023 Replay: File Types Demystified, Guitar Neck Creation, CNC Router Picks, and More!
- 10/31/2023 Replay: Custom Mouse Functions, Router Bit Wizardry, Edge-Lit Acrylic Memorials, 3D Carving Frame Enigmas, Wave Enhancement, and VCarve Pro Insights!