Using the Show Notes Feature in LightBurn

Add, Edit, and View Project Notes for Better Collaboration

The Show Notes feature allows you to add, edit, and view notes for your project. This is particularly useful when sharing files with others or when documenting important details for future reference.


Quick Reference: Show Notes

  • Purpose: Add and manage notes for your project.
  • Access Points:
    • File → Show Notes
  • Keyboard Shortcut:
    • Ctrl + Alt + N (Windows and Mac)

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Adding and Editing Notes

  1. Go to File → Show Notes or press Ctrl + Alt + N to open the Notes window.
  2. Type your notes into the provided text box.
  3. Click OK to save your changes.
  4. Press Cancel to discard changes and close the window.

Automatic Notes Display

To display notes automatically when opening the file in LightBurn:

  1. Enable the Show on File Open toggle in the Notes window.
  2. This ensures that notes are visible immediately upon opening the project.

Tips for Efficient Use

  • Collaborative Projects: Use notes to provide instructions or additional context for files shared with team members.
  • Future Reference: Document specific project details, such as material settings or design adjustments, for easy recall.
  • Automatic Display: Enable Show on File Open for files that require immediate attention to attached notes.

Summary

The Show Notes feature in LightBurn is a valuable tool for project documentation and collaboration. By adding and managing notes, you can ensure important details are recorded and shared effectively, streamlining your workflow.