Usage and Operation Archives

Creating a Serial Tag with Variable Data in PhotoLaser Plus

How do I create a serialized tag in PhotoLaser Plus?

Did you know you can use the badge layout tool in PhotoLaser Plus to create serial tags with variable data? It’s a quick and easy way to create a serialized tag system that can be engraved and cut with the laser. In this article we’ll be looking at how to (...)

04/01/2025

Setting up a Gun Stock for Engraving

How do I setup a gunstock in the laser for engraving?

Engraving an irregular or curved shaped object, like a gun stock, can be quite the challenge. We’re going to show you a few different CorelDRAW techniques and tools that will make the task of engraving on a curved surface like this much easier. For this exercise, we’ll be demonstrating how (...)

04/01/2025

Laser Systems and Printed Circuit Boards

How can I use an Epilog Laser on PCBs?

One of the most common questions we get at Epilog is “can your lasers do printed circuit boards?” The answer is multifaceted and, depending on the application, there are some ways to use lasers with PCBs. Here we’ll take a look at the some PCB applications suited for a laser (...)

04/01/2025

Wood Square

Start off with a simple engraving project.

Setting Up Your Page Let’s start by creating a new file in CorelDRAW. Click File in the menu bar at the top of the screen. Then select New from the drop-down list. Now enter your page size. Enter 4.5” for the page width and 4.5” for the page height. Then (...)

04/01/2025

Glass Coaster

Become familiar with the basics of etching glass.

Setting Up Your Page We’ll start by creating a new file. Click on the Get Started option on your Welcome screen, then click the New Document button. You can also use the shortcut keys, Ctrl + N, to open a new document. Now enter your page dimensions. Enter 3.5” for (...)

04/01/2025

Wood Keychain

Take your skills one step further with a double-sided keychain and jig.

Setting Up Your Page We’ll start by creating a new file. On the Welcome screen select the New Document button. You can also press Ctrl + N to create a new document. Now enter your page dimensions. Enter 4” for the page width and 4” for the page height, (...)

04/01/2025

Creating City Maps (CorelDRAW)

Learn how to source and prepare artwork for cutting and engraving city maps using CorelDRAW.

City Map Image Capture Start off by visiting snazzymaps.com to create a custom city map for laser engraving or cutting. Creating an account is not required, but if you are interested in creating different city maps for customers or friends, signing up will give you the ability to save map (...)

04/01/2025

Creating City Maps (Illustrator)

Learn how to source and prepare artwork for cutting and engraving city maps using Adobe Illustrator.

City Map Image Capture Start off by visiting snazzymaps.com to create a custom city map for laser engraving or cutting. Creating an account is not required, but if you are interested in creating different maps for customers or friends, signing up will give you the ability to save map locations (...)

04/01/2025

How to Create a Snowflake Ornament in Corel X6

How can I use CorelDraw X6's Rotate feature to create a snowflake ornament?

Snowflakes are a festive symbol reminiscent of the holiday season. Using a few tools in CorelDRAW, it’s easy to create your own one-of-a-kind snowflake design. After you learn how to design these snowflakes you can use them as ornaments or wall hangings to help get your home or office in (...)

04/01/2025

Creating a Skateboard Jig in CorelDRAW X5

How can I create a custom jig to hold a skateboard for laser engraving?

Because of their large work area and laser-friendly material, skateboards are becoming a fast favorite for custom engraving. While the task can seem a bit challenging, we’ll show you how, with just a few supplies from your hardware store you can create a very useful jig that will hold your (...)

04/01/2025

How to Create Monograms for Your Laser

How can I create a monogram using CorelDRAW?

Monogram necklaces are exceptionally popular gifts. Here we’ll walk you through the steps of creating a monogram in CorelDRAW and manipulating it so the laser cuts it as a single piece. All you need to do is loop a chain through and you have a wonderful, personalized gift ideal for (...)

04/01/2025

Creating an Appliqué

How can I create an applique with the laser?

With a few easy steps you can create your own custom cut appliqué out of two-ply twills! Follow these instructions to see how we’ve taken a piece of clipart and optimized it to create this stunning design! First, ungroup the entire image. Next, we need to add an outline around (...)

04/01/2025

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Creating a Serial Tag with Variable Data in PhotoLaser Plus

Setting up a Gun Stock for Engraving

Laser Systems and Printed Circuit Boards

Wood Square

Glass Coaster

Wood Keychain

Creating City Maps (CorelDRAW)

Creating City Maps (Illustrator)

How to Create a Snowflake Ornament in Corel X6

Creating a Skateboard Jig in CorelDRAW X5

How to Create Monograms for Your Laser

Creating an Appliqué