[Inkscape-user] Generate G-Code from Inkscape.

[a***@comcast.net]

Hi,
I am new to Inkscape.

I have been trying to generate Gcode from Inkscape but not having much luck. I have a CNC machine and trying to get the Inkscape to work for gcode.

1. Help About - Inkscape 0.92
2. Create Text in the Document area. - "this is a test"
3. Select the Arrow tool and make sure you have the sizing arrow around the "this is a test" message.
4. Extensions - GCodeTools - Path to GCode - Preferences
a. Set the file name, Directory
b. Apply

Nothing is Generated

Thanks for any help
Michael

[brynn]

Hi Michael,
Some CNC or other cutting machines can use text. But others can only
use vector paths. Try selecting the text, and click Path menu > Union. (That
will change the text to paths. However, note that it is not reversible. Make
sure the text is perfect before you convert to paths.)

All best,
brynn


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Subject: [Inkscape-user] Generate G-Code from Inkscape.


Hi,
I am new to Inkscape.

I have been trying to generate Gcode from Inkscape but not having much luck. I
have a CNC machine and trying to get the Inkscape to work for gcode.

1. Help About - Inkscape 0.92
2. Create Text in the Document area. - "this is a test"
3. Select the Arrow tool and make sure you have the sizing arrow around the
"this is a test" message.
4. Extensions - GCodeTools - Path to GCode - Preferences
a. Set the file name, Directory
b. Apply

Nothing is Generated

Thanks for any help
Michael





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