--- title: Using the Art Library in LightBurn description: Learn how to use the Art Library in LightBurn to store, organize, and reuse artwork for laser engraving projects. Easily manage designs by theme or purpose. --- [Skip to content](https://support.salasers.com/art-library-lightburn#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [Submit a Ticket](https://support.salasers.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) ![MicrosoftTeams-image.png\]](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/MicrosoftTeams-image.png?height=50&name=MicrosoftTeams-image.png) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Submit a Ticket](https://support.salasers.com/kb-tickets/new) - Go to salasers.com Go to salasers.com Hello. How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [SA Laser Knowledge Base](https://support.salasers.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [Tools & Features](https://support.salasers.com/tools-features?hsLang=en) 3. [Layout and Design](https://support.salasers.com/tools-features?hsLang=en#layout-and-design) # Using the Art Library in LightBurn ## Store and Reuse Artwork for Future Projects The **Art Library** is a powerful tool that lets you store and organize artwork for easy reuse in future projects. You can load multiple libraries simultaneously and categorize artwork by themes (holidays, animals, birthdays) or purposes (templates, tools, tests). An Art Library can store text, shapes, paths, and images, making it a versatile resource for streamlining your design workflow. --- ### **Key Features of the Art Library** #### **Artwork Storage** - Saves project components such as text, shapes, paths, and images. - Does not store **Cut Settings**; save your project file if you want to preserve those. #### **Flexible Organization** - Multiple libraries can be loaded at the same time. - Libraries can be categorized by themes or use cases for better organization. --- ### **Accessing the Art Library Window** 1. Go to **Window → Art Library** to enable the feature. 2. The Art Library Window will appear docked on the left side of your Workspace by default. **Tip:** LightBurn’s layout is customizable. See Customizing the LightBurn Window for more details. --- ### **Using the Art Library** #### **Viewing and Managing Libraries** - The left panel shows a list of loaded libraries. - The right panel displays thumbnails of the selected library’s artwork. If no libraries are listed, you’ll need to create a new one or load an existing library to access artwork. ![Ref-ArtLibrary-AddArt](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-ArtLibrary-AddArt.png?width=688&height=537&name=Ref-ArtLibrary-AddArt.png) --- ### **Creating, Loading, and Unloading Libraries** #### **Create a New Library** 1. Click the **New** button in the Art Library Window. 2. Choose a name and location for the `.lbart` file, where your artwork will be stored. #### **Load an Existing Library** 1. Click the **Load** button to add a previously saved `.lbart` file. 2. Libraries can be shared and transferred between users or computers. #### **Unload a Library** 1. Click **Unload** to remove a library from view. 2. **Note:** Unloading does not delete the library file from your hard drive. --- ### **Adding Artwork to a Library** #### **From Saved Files** 1. Click **Import** to add artwork from existing files (e.g., AI, SVG, DXF). 2. You can import multiple files at once. Each file will become an individual entry in the library. #### **From a Current Project** 1. Select objects in your current project. 2. Click **Import Graphic from Project** or right-click in the Art Library Window and choose **Add Selection to Library**. --- ### **Editing Libraries and Artwork** #### **Rename or Delete Artwork** 1. Right-click an item in the Art Library. 2. Choose **Delete** or **Rename** as needed. #### **Rename a Library** 1. Rename the `.lbart` file in your file browser. 2. Unload and reload the library in LightBurn for the changes to apply. --- ### **Using Artwork from the Library** #### **Drag and Drop** 1. Drag a thumbnail from the Art Library into your project. 2. Release the mouse to drop it into the desired location. #### **Add to Current View** 1. Select the artwork in the library. 2. Click **Add Graphic to Project** to place it in the center of the Workspace’s current view. --- ### **Conclusion** The Art Library in LightBurn simplifies artwork management, allowing you to store and reuse designs effortlessly. 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