--- title: Using the Shape Properties Window in LightBurn description: Learn how to use the Shape Properties Window in LightBurn to customize object properties like cut order, power scaling, and geometric adjustments. --- [Skip to content](https://support.salasers.com/shape-properties-window-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 Shape Properties Window in LightBurn ## Customize and Edit Object Properties with Ease The **Shape Properties Window** in LightBurn displays editable properties for selected objects, offering extensive customization options for text, images, and geometric shapes. --- ### **Accessing the Shape Properties Window** 1. Go to **Window → Shape Properties** to enable it. 2. The window appears docked behind the **Cuts/Layers Window** on the upper-right side of your screen. 3. Click the **Shape Properties** tab to bring it to the front. ![Ref-ShapeProperties-ShapePropertiesTab](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-ShapeProperties-ShapePropertiesTab.png?width=423&height=76&name=Ref-ShapeProperties-ShapePropertiesTab.png) **Tip:** LightBurn’s layout is customizable. For details on managing windows and toolbars, see Customizing the LightBurn Window. --- ### **Shape Properties Options** The available options in the Shape Properties Window depend on the type of object selected. Some properties apply universally, while others are specific to certain object types. ![Ref-ShapeProperties-Path](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-ShapeProperties-Path.png?width=390&height=232&name=Ref-ShapeProperties-Path.png) #### **Universal Properties** These options are available for all objects or multiple selected shapes: - **Cut Order Priority:** Determines the order in which the laser cuts shapes. Lower values are cut first, starting at 0. Requires enabling **Order by Priority** in the Optimization Settings. - **Power Scale:** Adjusts the cutting power for the shape as a percentage, scaled between Min Power and Max Power. For devices without Min Power, scaling is between 0 and Max Power. - **Locked:** Prevents edits to the selected shape(s). **Note:** When multiple shapes are selected, changes apply to all selected shapes simultaneously. --- ### **Specific Object Properties** #### **Images** These properties adjust visual characteristics of images: - **Gamma:** Modifies mid-tone brightness (lower values lighten, higher values darken). - **Contrast:** Increases or decreases contrast between light and dark areas. - **Brightness:** Adjusts the overall brightness of the image. - **Enhance:** Sharpens edges for better contrast (also known as Unsharp Masking). - **Radius:** Determines how far the enhancement effect spreads. - **Amount:** Controls the intensity of edge contrast. - **Denoise:** Reduces noise in smooth areas of the image. ![Ref-ShapeProperties-Image](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-ShapeProperties-Image.png?width=212&height=230&name=Ref-ShapeProperties-Image.png) #### **Ellipses** Properties for ellipses created with the **Create Ellipse** tool: - **Width:** Horizontal dimension of the ellipse (X-axis). - **Height:** Vertical dimension of the ellipse (Y-axis). ![Ref-ShapeProperties-Ellipse](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-ShapeProperties-Ellipse.png?width=214&height=141&name=Ref-ShapeProperties-Ellipse.png) #### **Polygons** Properties for polygons created with the **Create Polygon** tool: - **Width:** Horizontal dimension of the polygon (X-axis). - **Height:** Vertical dimension of the polygon (Y-axis). - **Sides:** Number of sides in the shape (e.g., 3 for a triangle, 6 for a hexagon). ![Ref-ShapeProperties-Polygon](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-ShapeProperties-Polygon.png?width=207&height=156&name=Ref-ShapeProperties-Polygon.png) #### **Rectangles** Properties for rectangles created with the **Create Rectangle** tool: - **Width:** Horizontal dimension of the rectangle (X-axis). - **Height:** Vertical dimension of the rectangle (Y-axis). - **Corner Radius:** Rounds the rectangle’s corners. Positive values curve the corners, while negative values create an inward bite effect. ![Ref-ShapeProperties-Rectangle](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-ShapeProperties-Rectangle.png?width=202&height=158&name=Ref-ShapeProperties-Rectangle.png) #### **Text** Properties for text created with the **Create Text** tool: - **Max Width:** Sets a horizontal limit for text scaling. Use `0` for no limit. - **Squeeze:** Controls text scaling when it exceeds Max Width. - **Enabled:** Scales the horizontal axis while maintaining vertical height, resulting in squished text. - **Disabled:** Proportionally shrinks both horizontal and vertical dimensions. ![Ref-ShapeProperties-Text](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-ShapeProperties-Text.png?width=258&height=181&name=Ref-ShapeProperties-Text.png) - **Ignore Empty Vars:** Removes newlines before empty Variable Text fields when aligning text. ![Ref-ShapeProperties-WidthAndSqueeze](https://support.salasers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ref-ShapeProperties-WidthAndSqueeze.gif?width=688&height=282&name=Ref-ShapeProperties-WidthAndSqueeze.gif) --- ### **Conclusion** The Shape Properties Window is a powerful tool in LightBurn, providing precise control over object properties to enhance your laser engraving projects. 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