Define work area

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Use Create Layouts > Define Work Area to define the shape, size, color and view of the work area.

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Use Customize Design / Standard / Create Layouts > Insert Design to insert an existing embroidery design into the current design. This tool is also available via File menu.

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Use Create Layouts > Auto Center to Work Area to automatically move selected object/s to center of the work area (0,0).

Before you can create a design layout, you first need to define a work area corresponding to the item or fabric you intend to sew on. Work areas can be defined as rectangular or circular spaces. Hatch Embroidery allows you to define a work area up to 3m x 3m.

To define a work area...

1Click the Define Work Area button to open the dialog.

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2Select a rectangular or circular work area and enter the dimensions.

3Set a background color for the layout matching the fabric you intend to use.

4Make sure Show Work Area is activated.

5Insert and size artwork or embroidery design as required.

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6With the design or artwork selected, click the Auto Center tool and press Enter to center it in the work area.