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10.10 Pierce
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The
Pierce
function creates holes for punch tools. This can be used to create Pergamum designs and paper
embroidery patterns.
•
To access this function, select a shape and go to
Effects>Pierce
:
•
Note that even though you see “X” shapes on the screen, the cutter head will be making downward punch
movements.
•
At this time, there is no editing available for a pattern created using the
Pierce
function. If you find that your
design has holes that are not evenly spaced, try altering the spacing by tiny increments and clicking on
Preview
.
For example, the star shape used above shows uneven spacing when a value of 0.25
” is entered. Note
how the star has holes too close to one another at the upper points:
Gradually increasing the
Spacing
didn’t immediately result in an acceptable pattern until 0.253” was
entered. Then the pattern looked even:
Click
OK
when done
Click here to manually
update the preview
Enter desired spacing
between holes
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