Which graphics programs are compatible with Trotec laser machines?
Suitable Graphics Software and File Formats for use with Trotec Laser Machines
Trotec software is very flexible, and can easily be paired with any graphics software, able to interact with a standard print driver. Although, depending on your partiuclar choice of software, certain pre-settings are required to work most comfortably with the laser machine. We've included a list of suitable graphics programs and file formats here for your convenience.
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Vector-Based Graphics Software for Laser Cutting
Which File Formats Are Supported?
| File type | File extension |
|---|---|
| Vector | *.cdr, *.ai, *.svg |
| Bitmap / Raster | *.cpt, *.ps, *.bmp, *.jpg, *.tiff, *.gif, *.png |
| Compound | *.pdf, *.eps |
| Office | *.doc, *.docx,*.xls, *.xlsx |
| CAD & 3D Design | *.dxf, *.dwg, *.3dm |
Which Graphics Programs Are Compatible with Trotec Laser Machines?
Please note that individual programs may have limitations in terms of the supported functions on the laser.
| Type of software | Compatible software packages |
|---|---|
| Illustration | CorelDraw Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Inkscape |
| Photo-processing | Corel Photopaint Adobe Photoshop |
| Adobe Acrobat Adobe Reader | |
| Office software | Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word |
| CAD & 3D Design | AutoCAD AutoCAD LT Rhino 3D SolidWorks DXF Viewer |
| Specialized software | Gravostyle Laserstyle EngraveLab Bartender |
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Can I Use My CAD Package?
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Can Trotec’s Software Use Serial Printing Functions?
Yes! With the JobControl software for flatbed lasers, you can use the standard serial printing capabilities of your graphics or office software to output lists in the correct format.
In the galvo area, the Speedmark marking software offers the possibility of creating serial numbers or codes with consecutive, freely definable numbers. In addition, the software provides special features for the smooth import of external data to use them for plain text or for barcode/data matrix output.
Is Your Software Not On Our List?
Also, please contact us if you are using older or specialty software versions such as school or university licenses. Contact us
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