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VCarve is great software for makers new to CNC (Computer Numerical Control).
 
VCarve is great software for makers new to CNC (Computer Numerical Control).
  
'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) members have access to VCarve - Makerspace Edition''' which allows you to design on your PC at home, then generate the G‑code at our makerspace!  
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'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) members have access to VCarve Pro - Makerspace Edition12.0''' which allows you to design on your PC at home, then generate the G‑code at our makerspace!  
  
The VCarve software is currently installed on our Design Workstations 2 and 3. (VCarve software is Windows only.)
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The VCarve software is currently installed on our (Windows) Design Workstations 1-3. (VCarve software is Windows only.)
 
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==Tips==
 
==Tips==
'''Links to external sites:'''
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'''Links to vectric.com:'''
===[https://docs.vectric.com/docs/V10.5/VCarvePro/ENU/Help/page/keyboard-shortcuts/index.html VCarve Keyboard Shortcuts] — Vectric Documentation===
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===[https://docs.vectric.com/docs/V10.5/VCarvePro/ENU/Help/page/keyboard-shortcuts/index.html VCarve Keyboard Shortcuts]===
===[https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/free-projects/tips-and-tricks?category=Tips+and+tricks&page=1&items=0 Tips & Tricks Archive - Vectric]===
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===[https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/free-projects/tips-and-tricks/?category=Tips+and+tricks&page=1&items=0 Tips & Tricks Free projects]===
===[https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/free-projects/tips-and-tricks/?category=Tips+and+tricks&page=1&items=0 Vectric tips and tricks videos and free CNC projects]===
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== Classes==
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PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
  
 
== Training==
 
== Training==
PPM announces all its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
 
 
 
VCarve training is available one-on-one, check Meetup or reach out on Slack for scheduling.
 
VCarve training is available one-on-one, check Meetup or reach out on Slack for scheduling.
  
 
'''Links to external sites:'''
 
'''Links to external sites:'''
=== [https://www.vectric.com/products/vcarve-pro Why Choose VCarve Pro?] ===
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=== [https://www.vectric.com/products/makerspace/ VCarve Makerspace Edition] ===
=== [https://www.vectric.com/products/makerspace VCarve Makerspace Edition] ===
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=== [https://www.vectric.com/products/vcarve/ VCarve Product Home Page] ===
=== [https://www.vectric.com/products/vcarve-pro VCarve Product Home Page] ===
 
 
=== [https://www.youtube.com/@vectric Vectric — on YouTube] ===
 
=== [https://www.youtube.com/@vectric Vectric — on YouTube] ===
  
 
==Related Pages ==
 
==Related Pages ==
 
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
 
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:'''[[Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips]]'''
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:[[Laser_--_BOSS|<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#D81F2B">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Laser — BOSS'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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==Other Fun Stuff==
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==For Additional Help==
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:'''[[wikipedia:G-code|G-code]]''' — Wikipedia entry
 
:[https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/free-projects '''Free CNC Projects'''] — vectric.com
 
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:Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
 
:Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
:[[How To Slack#Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
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:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
 
:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
 
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Latest revision as of 12:00, 21 November 2024

VCarve is great software for makers new to CNC (Computer Numerical Control).

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) members have access to VCarve Pro - Makerspace Edition12.0 which allows you to design on your PC at home, then generate the G‑code at our makerspace!

The VCarve software is currently installed on our (Windows) Design Workstations 1-3. (VCarve software is Windows only.)

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

 


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Tips

Links to vectric.com:

VCarve Keyboard Shortcuts

Tips & Tricks Free projects

Classes

PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Training

VCarve training is available one-on-one, check Meetup or reach out on Slack for scheduling.

Links to external sites:

VCarve Makerspace Edition

VCarve Product Home Page

Vectric — on YouTube

Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

Autodesk Fusion Tips
CorelDRAW X6 Tips
Adobe Illustrator Tips
Inkscape Tips
SVG File Format Tips
Blender Tips
  Computers — Windows  
  CNC Router Table   - make a reservation
  Laser — BOSS   - make a reservation

For Additional Help

Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
List of all PPM Slack channels
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.

Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative processes by providing shared space, shared tools, materials, software, and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.