Lightburn For Gantry (Co2,RF)
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      Using Shape Tools in Lightburn for CO2 Lasers

      Shape tools in Lightburn allow you to create basic shapes like rectangles, ellipses, and polygons. This guide explains how to use the rectangle tool, ellipse tool, and polygon tool effectively.

      Rectangle Tool

      1. Selecting the Rectangle Tool
        • Move the cursor over the rectangle tool icon and left-click the mouse. The icon will turn red, indicating it is active.
      2. Drawing a Rectangle
        • Move your cursor back to the workspace, left-click and hold, then drag your mouse across the workspace to start a rectangle. The shape and scale are determined by the release of the mouse button.
        • To create a perfect square, hold the Shift key while dragging.
        • To create a rectangle from the center instead of the corner, hold the Control key while dragging.

      Ellipse Tool

      1. Selecting the Ellipse Tool
        • Move the cursor over the ellipse tool icon and left-click the mouse. The icon will turn red, indicating it is active.
      2. Drawing an Ellipse
        • Move your cursor back to the workspace, left-click and hold, then drag your mouse to start forming an ellipse. The size and shape are determined by the drag.
        • To create a perfect circle, hold the Shift key while dragging.
        • To create a circle from the center point instead of the outside edge, hold the Control key while dragging.

      Polygon Tool

      1. Selecting the Polygon Tool
        • Move the cursor over the polygon tool icon and left-click the mouse. The icon will turn red, indicating it is active.
      2. Drawing a Polygon
        • Move your cursor back to the workspace, left-click, hold, and drag to create regular polygons like a hexagon.
        • Holding the Shift key will lock the width and height as you scale.
        • Holding the Control key will scale from the center, similar to other tools.
        • Adjust the number of sides in your shape by changing the shape properties (discussed in a separate guide).

      Conclusion

      The shape tools in Lightburn are versatile and easy to use for creating basic shapes. Understanding the key functions and shortcuts for these tools will enhance your design process. For further assistance, refer to Lightburn documentation or support channels. Happy designing!