Digitizing methods

The following tools are available when a digitizing method is selected.

Tool

Tip

Outline.png 

Outline

Outline closed shapes with current line stitch type.

Fill.png 

Fill

Fill closed shapes with current fill stitch type.

HandStitch.png 

Hand stitch

Create hand-stitch effects which combine randomized stitch length, angle and count.

FeatherEdge.png 

Feather edge

Create rough edges, shading effects, or imitate fur and other fluffy textures in selected objects.

GradientFill.png 

Gradient fill

Create perspective and shading effects with stitch spacing varying between dense and open fill.

RadialFill.png 

Radial fill

Create radial turning stitching with various stitch types including satin, tatami and program splits. Can be applied to ring shapes.

FlorentineEffect.png 

Florentine effect

Create custom curve-line stitching with single guideline.

ElasticEmbossedFIll.png 

Elastic embossed fill

Create decorative split patterns following stitch angles and scaled according to object width.

SmartCorners.png 

Automatic corners

Turn automatic corners on or off. When on, the corners in line objects will be mitred or capped automatically depending on corner angle. Turn on or off by object.

TieInTrim.png 

Always tie-off & trim

Trim connectors. When turned on, connectors will always be tied off and trimmed. Otherwise, the software will decide when to trim.

Underlay.png 

Underlay

Apply or exclude automatic underlays to new or selected objects. Right-click for settings. Shortcut <U>