Usage and Operation Archives

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 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

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

Changing the Default Pen Width in CorelDRAW X6

How can I change the default line width in CorelDRAW X6?

Starting with CorelDRAW X5, Corel decided that the default line width would be .007. Because most laser drivers need to see line widths of less than .007 to vector cut, this presents an issue for those wanting to cut objects using the laser. For this exercise we’ll show you how (...)

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

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

Laser 3D Model Making with 123D Make

How do I turn a 3D Model into a real-world object?

Turning your 3D models into a real-world objects is quick and easy with the combined power of AutoDesk’s 123D Make software and an Epilog Laser system. 1. Start by opening one of the example models in 123D Make or a model of your own. 2. Then set up (...)

03/31/2025

Using the Bottom-Up Engraving Option in the Laser Dashboard

When and how do I use the bottom-up engraving option that I see in the print driver?

As any engraver knows, most materials you engrave or cut can produce a certain amount of debris. This is especially true with woods, acrylics and plastics. Epilog’s Laser Dashboard™ features an array of engraving options to help you get the most from you system. The Bottom-Up engraving feature is one (...)

03/31/2025

Creating a Vignette in CorelDRAW

How can I create a photo vignette using CorelDRAW?

If you’re looking for a more sophisticated look when cropping and engraving photos, consider a vignette – a cropping technique that produces a soft, feathered edge that is very appealing. In order to create a vignette, it is necessary crop the image first. When cropping a photo in PhotoPaint or (...)

03/31/2025

Transforming a Vignette in PhotoLaser Plus

How can I create a vignette in PhotoLaser Plus for my laser?

If you’re looking for a more sophisticated look when cropping and engraving photos, consider a vignette – a cropping technique that produces a soft, feathered edge that is very appealing. In order to create a vignette, it is necessary crop the image first. When cropping a photo in PhotoPaint or (...)

03/31/2025

Find and Replace a Color in CorelDRAW

How can I quickly find and replace a color in CorelDRAW?

The Find and Replace feature in CorelDRAW is a very useful tool for replacing color fills or outlines within a design. Replacing colors with varying shades of gray will result in an interesting and unique look when engraved with the laser. The Find and Replace a color feature can also (...)

03/31/2025

Photo Engraving Do’s and Don’ts

How can I create a great photo engraving with the laser?

Photographs are one of the most popular items for engraving purposes. Taking a captured memory and engraving it upon a different material such as wood or marble truly takes photographs to the next level. Here we’ll cover the do’s and don’ts that will make all your photo engraved projects picture (...)

03/31/2025

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

Using the Weld Tool in CorelDRAW

Converting Vector Artwork from CMYK to RGB – CorelDRAW

Changing the Default Pen Width in CorelDRAW X6

Tracing Clipart to Remove a White Background from Clipart

Tracing a Logo in CorelDRAW 13

Laser 3D Model Making with 123D Make

Using the Bottom-Up Engraving Option in the Laser Dashboard

Creating a Vignette in CorelDRAW

Transforming a Vignette in PhotoLaser Plus

Find and Replace a Color in CorelDRAW

Photo Engraving Do’s and Don’ts