The helps you identify and remove duplicate designs, layers, or cut paths before sending your project to the laser. It ensures cleaner engravings and prevents wasting material on repeated elements.
In the burgeoning world of desktop laser engraving, the workflow is often romanticized as a simple three-step process: design, import, and burn. However, experienced makers know that the reality is far more complex. Issues ranging from file corruption to redundant machining paths can turn a simple project into a wasted piece of expensive material. Within the xTool software ecosystem, one specific feature stands out as a safeguard against these inefficiencies: the "Dedup" (Deduplication) option. While often overlooked by beginners, the dedup option is a critical function for ensuring operational safety, optimizing processing time, and extending the lifespan of the laser hardware. xtool dedup option
However, it is important to note that the dedup option is not always enabled by default and may require manual activation within the layer settings or the right-click context menu, depending on the specific version of the software being used. Users should familiarize themselves with the interface to ensure this safety net is active before initiating a job. The helps you identify and remove duplicate designs,