Learn to use the Workstation
Take a cutting job from its first order to a production plan. Follow these illustrated guides in order, or jump to the tool you need.
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Start with your first order12 guides
Create your first cutting order
Find your way around the Workstation, open a job and keep its progress organized.
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Add parts, materials and stock sheets
Prepare a reliable cutting list by entering parts or importing CSV, then connect each part to matching stock.
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Apply edge banding to parts
Set banding for each side, calculate cutting blanks and import the same edge settings from a CSV file.
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Set up and run optimization
Choose the machine and cutting allowances, respect grain direction and generate your first layout.
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Inspect layouts and compare runs
Read the cutting map, compare alternatives and create a saved custom layout from a result.
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Create a manual cutting layout
Place parts yourself to match decorative patterns, avoid sheet defects and organize cutting for your workshop.
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Follow the saw-cut sequence
Preview a sheet's cutting order, set a reference corner and step through the operator guidance.
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Print or save the cutting sequence as PDF
Prepare an operator checklist with numbered cuts, fence settings and optional sketches for one sheet or the whole run.
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Export a cutting plan
Choose the right production format, check its source and download the generated files.
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Design and print part labels
Identify every physical part with a reusable label design, choose sheet or roll stock and print a checked batch from a saved plan.
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Save and reuse material offcuts
Turn reusable remnants from a cutting plan into catalog stock for a future order.
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Price your cutting services and create quotes
Set up service price lists, check the cost of a saved cutting plan and issue a quote you can print or save as PDF.
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