Closest joins

Designs stitch out more efficiently when the connectors between objects are short. This also tends to reduce the number of trims in a design. Hatch Embroidery has a Closest Join method which can be applied while digitizing and/or after editing. When activated, entry and exit points of objects are automatically placed close together while you digitize. However, closest joins are not automatically maintained when objects are moved, re-sequenced, or edited. Closest Join can be (re-)applied to selected objects or entire designs after editing.

Tip: Connectors link objects in a design. They can be run stitches or jumps. You can use automatic settings to generate connectors, trims and tie-offs, or add them manually. If you prefer to add tie-offs and trims as you digitize, you can turn off automatic connectors altogether. Voir également Embroidery connections.