Fusion / Fusion M2 Archives

Tracing a Logo in CorelDRAW 13

How do I trace a logo in CorelDRAW?

Have you ever received a logo from a client that needs to be in vector format, but they only have it in a rasterized bitmap format? CorelDRAW X13 has updated their raster to vector trace feature to make it faster and easier to use, with much better results than ever (...)

03/31/2025

Tracing Clipart to Remove a White Background from Clipart

How do I trace a clipart image to remove the white background?

You’ve received your client’s image for a project, and all they have available is a bitmap with a white background. You need to duplicate this image, but how can you quickly get rid of the white background? Follow the steps below to create a quick solution to this problem. With (...)

03/31/2025

Placing Text on a Path in CorelDRAW

How do I place text on a path in CorelDRAW?

Have you ever had that engraving job that would have looked even better if you could have just curved the text around the photograph, or been able to have the text along a line you drew? Well, it’s possible in a few easy steps in CorelDRAW! Follow the directions below (...)

03/31/2025

Converting Vector Artwork from CMYK to RGB – CorelDRAW

How do I convert my vector artwork from CMYK to RGB using CorelDRAW?

This article will go through the steps to convert vector artwork from CMYK to RGB in CorelDraw. Start by selecting all of your artwork with the Pick Tool (CTRL + A). Next open the Replace Objects Wizard, by selecting Edit / Find & Replace / Replace Objects from the drop-down (...)

03/31/2025

Using the Weld Tool in CorelDRAW

How can I combine shapes using the weld tool in Corel?

The Weld Tool in CorelDRAW allows you to merge objects (text or shapes) together. This tool has been used in several of our Sample Club projects and will surely be a useful tool for laser operators as they create new designs. Here are some basic tips about using the Weld (...)

03/31/2025

Adding an Italic / Oblique Effect to a non-Italic Font – CorelDRAW X7

How do I make a non-italic typeface/font appear italicized?

Have you ever had a client or project requiring the italic version of a typeface, but the typeface you are using doesn’t have an italic font? Many people experience this problem when designing with roman, hand-written, and calligraphic style typefaces. Here we’ll show you a quick and easy technique for (...)

03/31/2025

Using an Apple Computer with Fusion and Fusion M2.

How can I use a Mac with the Fusion or Fusion M2?

Epilog’s Fusion Laser Series now features a Mac driver. To download the Mac driver for your Fusion Laser system, visit our driver/firmware downloads page. If you aren’t a Fusion Laser owner and would still like to use a Mac with your engraving system, read on to learn how! Are you (...)

04/01/2025

Printing to your Laser from AutoCAD

How do I print to my laser using AutoCAD?

The following article includes general instructions and tips on printing to an Epilog Laser system from AutoCAD Software. AutoCAD is a very powerful software tool that is often used in conjunction with the laser for cutting applications. Like any tool, understanding how it works and its limitations are helpful in (...)

04/01/2025

How to Set Up Artwork for Engraving with the Rotary Attachment

How do I set up wrap-around artwork when engraving with the rotary attachment?

Using your rotary attachment to create 360 degree engravings will give even more versatility to your Epilog laser system. Setting up the artwork to wrap around an object is very simple. In this exercise we will be using The Torch MAG-Lite Flashlight as an example on how to set up (...)

04/01/2025

How to Create a Jig for the Epilog Engraver

How can I create a Jig in CorelDRAW?

Creating a jig is a great way to approach engraving multiples of the same item, or when you have a large engraving job with multiple pieces of the same item with different graphics/text on each one. Another great benefit to creating and using jigs is the time savings they give (...)

03/31/2025

Creating a Quick Bounding Box for the Red Dot Pointer

How can I preview the area where I am going to engrave?

When we’re running custom engraving jobs, there is nothing better than combining our features of Red Dot Pointer and Center-Center Engraving to quickly position the product. While at the MakerFaire in San Mateo we were providing custom engravings on cell phones and laptops and found ourselves repeatedly using a tip (...)

03/31/2025

Engraving Small Wood Photos with PhotoLaser Plus

How can I engrave small photos on wood with PhotoLaser Plus?

With the introduction of PhotoLaser Plus, photo engraving has vastly improved. But at Epilog Laser, we’re always looking for ways to make it even better. One of the improvements we’ve recently made is creating a setting that allows you to see more detail when engraving very small photos on wood. (...)

03/31/2025

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Tracing a Logo in CorelDRAW 13

Tracing Clipart to Remove a White Background from Clipart

Placing Text on a Path in CorelDRAW

Converting Vector Artwork from CMYK to RGB – CorelDRAW

Using the Weld Tool in CorelDRAW

Adding an Italic / Oblique Effect to a non-Italic Font – CorelDRAW X7

Using an Apple Computer with Fusion and Fusion M2.

Printing to your Laser from AutoCAD

How to Set Up Artwork for Engraving with the Rotary Attachment

How to Create a Jig for the Epilog Engraver

Creating a Quick Bounding Box for the Red Dot Pointer

Engraving Small Wood Photos with PhotoLaser Plus